More Christmas Photos, and What About the Strike?
Bonjour mes amis,
The big question for us now is “Will we get stuck here in Paris because of the strikes?” The answer is, “We simply don’t know!” There could be worse places to get waylaid, but we’re ready to go home for Christmas.
Tomorrow, December 5, is a previously announced major transportation strike in France. It will affect subways, local trains, buses, some airlines but hopefully not the taxis. We’re making all the arrangements we can as contingencies including a few more days in the apartment if necessary. Say a little prayer for us that we have no issues. Paris, as I’ve said to many of you, can be “complicated.”
We are truly winding down but had time for a few more Christmas photos which we hope you enjoy. DON’T FORGET TO VOTE in the photo contest which was posted on Sunday, December 1. I’ll announce the winner on Friday’s final post. 
Hey, how about this as our theme for next year…the dogs of Paris. He’s a cutie.
Have a great day. It’s very cold here in Paris…33 degrees!
L & B
December 4, 2019 @ 11:16 am
Linda, as always you look like a teenager!
Wonderful job with the Place Vendôme photos. I’ve always found the Place a little OTT with all the jewellers and such but love it through the L&B lens 🙂 Good luck tomorrow — you two set the example as you’re already walkers extraordinaire — and especially on Sunday. Missing your Paris posts already.
December 4, 2019 @ 12:43 pm
Merci, Carolyn! You are too kind! Lots of local decorations going up now on businesses, cafés, etc. just like at home. We got a taxi for Sunday morning already reserved so hopefully we’ll get out of Paris without difficulty.
December 4, 2019 @ 1:54 pm
Linda, that photo of you in front of Au Vieux Paris would make a great personal Christmas card.
I trust the two of you will have a safe and uneventful journey back to Huntsville. I so much have enjoyed the blog this year, just super.
December 4, 2019 @ 2:02 pm
Fred, you have been such an encouragement! Merci!
December 4, 2019 @ 1:58 pm
I’ve enjoyed the photos, as always. Safe travels home!
December 4, 2019 @ 2:01 pm
Beth, did you vote on the photo contest? I have tried to keep up with a list of names and yours is not there. Could be my mistake.
December 4, 2019 @ 2:12 pm
Linda – your photo in front of Au Vieux Paris is adorable! It looks like a fashion magazine shoot.
Keep that one aside to enjoy as a table top decoration in your home.
We all wish you and Bernie a safe and reliable trip home.
It’s been a marvelous experience following you this year. Thank you!!
Dorcas
December 4, 2019 @ 3:48 pm
Ah, sweet words, Dorcas! See you soon!
December 4, 2019 @ 2:20 pm
Linda, you never disappoint with the photos and new areas to explore. I am hoping that you and Bernie are able to leave on time and journey home without interruption. Looking forward to seeing you both back in Huntsville.
December 4, 2019 @ 3:47 pm
Thanks, Cindi. Prayers and good thoughts.
December 4, 2019 @ 6:47 pm
Cindi, dear friend, what wonderful memories we made here. I’ll never see FIVE GUYS the same way!!
December 4, 2019 @ 3:14 pm
I know you’ve talked of it many times, but I admired the designs on the street pavers in front of LV. These folks take time to do things right. Because they don’t have Thanksgiving as the start date, I wonder when the traditional day to start putting up Christmas decorations is.
December 4, 2019 @ 3:46 pm
Christmas started about November 20th slowly but now is in full swing. All the stores are decorated, even the little privately-owned shops. Not fancy, more home-grown but nice.
December 4, 2019 @ 4:08 pm
I agree, the “Dogs of Paris” would be the best!!!!
December 4, 2019 @ 6:29 pm
Absolutely, I would love the dogs of Paris!! Blessings & safe travels home. I look forward to seeing you. And I would love that Santa head from Au Vieux Paris if you can smuggle it home for me!
Love, Jill
December 4, 2019 @ 9:21 pm
You look so cute in front of au Vieux Paris! I almost didn’t recognize the place without all the green vines hanging down. Enjoy your last couple of days and safe travels home.
December 5, 2019 @ 2:19 am
I see that I am not the only one that thinks you look so pretty and young in todays outfit. I agree with Diane, dogs would be the best.
Hope things go well for your trip home. Thanks for all of the hours of enjoyment on this trip.
December 5, 2019 @ 6:13 am
No, classmates from high school commented on FaceBook…ha!
December 6, 2019 @ 6:07 am
As you say, not a bad place to be stuck! Just go with it! You can celebrate Christmas any day in Dec! Have loved your blog! Thank you.