A Rainy Sunday in Paris
Bonjour,
Sundays are so special in Paris when church bells rule the day, traffic is almost non-existent, and families crowd the streets but not until lunchtime. Though the rain quelled some of the enthusiasm, it was still a wonderfully fun day. The weather went from fine mist to pouring rain and finally to a touch of sunshine by early evening. As I said to Bernie, it was just enough to wash the doggie poop off the sidewalks!
Enter the Sunday Bastille market which I have posted about EVERY single year, I believe. Indulge me one more time as the photos are always such fun…alive with color. What’s missing are the smells and sounds from the vendor cackles as they compete to sell their products. I must say that it was tricky with the boot this time. Avoiding mud puddles from the rain and uneven cobblestones was quite challenging. I was very careful.
I tried my first venture in cooking with lunch in the apartment, just an omelet with a spinach salad. It was quite good but a little testy in the preparation. I thought about what could be done to make the tight situation more efficient. After a lazy nap and some reading, we did some shopping to facilitate organization in the apartment which is one of my best skills. I totally redid the kitchen and can now function! I truly love this tiny apartment and think we will thrive here!
We enjoyed a bowl of pasta at Le Bouquet St. Paul for dinner, and captured this joie de vivre photo of the day. Friends in lively conversation over aperitifs.
Have a great week!
L & B
May 8, 2023 @ 7:26 am
Loving the photos of the Bastille market! Wish I could buy lots of white asparagus probably at a fraction of the price we pay here in London! So pleased you are living your new Parisian home. Take good care xx
May 8, 2023 @ 2:51 pm
Miss you guys. We stopped in at Charles V Hotel to say hello. It was a grand time in February, mais oui?
May 8, 2023 @ 10:59 am
Oh, I especially loved your photos today! Keep up the grand work! Thank you so much for sharing.
May 8, 2023 @ 2:51 pm
You are most welcome.
May 8, 2023 @ 11:07 am
I could almost smell the roses! So much beauty in natural items.
May 8, 2023 @ 2:51 pm
The flowers were outstanding. Time of year, I suppose.
May 8, 2023 @ 11:51 am
This reminds me of our visit to the market during our trip to Paris. Despite the drizzle it’s worth the visuals and aromas. For us it’s a must experience location on any trip there. Happy to hear you are so comfortable and happy with you apartment.
May 8, 2023 @ 2:50 pm
Yes, it was raining that day much harder than it was yesterday. Much prefer a sunshine day.
May 8, 2023 @ 12:39 pm
What an incredible display of the earth’s beauty! Thank you for taking us along.
May 8, 2023 @ 2:49 pm
De rein! Or je vous en prie or is it pris?
May 8, 2023 @ 1:03 pm
joie de vivre–exuberant enjoyment of life. Cool. Radishes anyone? — another good one. You’re on a roll this morning.
May 8, 2023 @ 1:09 pm
Love this post with all the beautiful photos of the market! Lovely!
May 8, 2023 @ 2:49 pm
Merci!
May 8, 2023 @ 1:19 pm
That market is always stunning. And i really like this cafe (in fact, I think I may have been there a few years ago)!
May 8, 2023 @ 2:48 pm
What fun if you could join us one of these days!!
May 8, 2023 @ 2:05 pm
Have been enjoying your blog each day and am so happy things are going well for you on this trip. You are truly a trooper and have obviously adapted to your boot. Thanks for taking us along on your daily outings and sharing your adventures… Today’s photos are my favorite!!
May 8, 2023 @ 2:48 pm
Thx my friend! Safe travels on your upcoming journey!
May 8, 2023 @ 4:29 pm
I love all the colors of the market!! Wish I could smell the flowers!!
I enjoy your posts so very much!
Take care,
Jill
May 8, 2023 @ 5:52 pm
Are you back from your sailing trip? It sounded wonderful.
May 8, 2023 @ 4:49 pm
Thanks again Linda!
Love ’em!
May 8, 2023 @ 5:52 pm
Merci, Thad!
May 8, 2023 @ 8:14 pm
So much food! Cannot imagine the amounts which must be sold daily so it is fresh 😊
Look forward to your posts every day !
MJC
May 8, 2023 @ 9:16 pm
I’m so so delighted by each new post, Linda! Mi love all the moments of joy and beauty that you and Bernie capture, and so thankful that you choose to share them!
May 9, 2023 @ 6:24 am
Merci for your kind words!
May 9, 2023 @ 7:18 pm
Beautiful market photos! Love the themed photo as well. You can feel their joy!