lessons of frace: part 2

lesson #2: masculinity versus femininity and the art of flirtation
And this doesn't mean the "You're cute, I want you, I must have you in bed with me" flirting, but the feel good, coy smile, lingering glance, that's not creepy, feeling from a nice conversation, a compliment, leaves you with a lingering smile, flirtation. The charming, light-hearted banter that makes France, Paris, the City of Love. It's the in the moment quick, coy, wit that lasts with just that, no second move, no call later. Just for that moment of friendly conversation, compliment, one liners (no "I wish I were a derivative so I could lie tangent to your curves.") or cute little phrases like: Sois sage! (Be good!), Qu'est-ce que je ferais sans toi? (What would I do without you?), Tu t'en vas déjà? (You're leaving already?), Allez! Reste encore un peu. (Come on! Stay a little bit longer.), T'es drôle! (You're funny!). Yes, even a smile can get you out of an unstamped train ticket (which usually result in a fine), coffee, or just a conversation outside the Louvre.

To be continued..