Continuous Sunshine in Paris!
Bonjour,
Today is arrival day for Sharon and Johnny Tyson, dear friends from Arizona who used to live in Huntsville. They will be here for two glorious weeks and surely hope they bring summer clothes. The weather is wonderful in that sunny days are much easier to navigate than rainy ones, but the lack of rain is getting critical. Vegetation is drooping and the city is dirty. Alas, it’s still Paris and still creates good memories regardless.
Two interesting facts surfaced from yesterday’s blog. Bernie’s cousin Laurie pointed out to me that God street (rue Dieu) is named for a famous French general Charles-Prosper Dieu who served under Napoleon III. She keeps me straight about all things French. Merci, Laurie.
And Jim Bilbro commented in regard to my mention that there were no churches around the area where we strolled the canal. He owed this to the fact that it had been an industrial area presumably taking advantage of the waterway. Thanks, Jim.
I’m working really hard to stop whining about where our apartment is and just acclimate, adjust and cultivate new routines for daily outings. It’s definitely hard to teach an old dog new tricks and as I told Bernie, I’ll go down kicking and screaming! But it’s time, n’est ce pas?. Yesterday was a good example. We went to three different grocery stores trying to find all that we needed plus a fresh fruit stand on rue Bretagne. Boy, the prices are much higher here than along rue St. Antoine. We’ve settled on a Carrfour for our shopping on rue Amelot. It’s a huge grocery store like a Monoprix.
After a bite of lunch in the apartment, we went to Les Champs to visit with a friend who is a waiter at Café George Cinq. We’ve known Benjamin for years, and it’s always fun to reconnect. The Champs was packed to the gills and we didn’t stay very long. Very hot, up to 87 degrees.
At the suggestion of one of you, we have tried Cafe Charlot (quite good) and last night ate at Le Progres, both on rue Bretagne.
We also captured one little doggie at the café and a set of lovers, reminiscent of last year’s theme. They put on quite a show for almost an hour!
After a long, hot day, it’s nice to enter our courtyard and be greeted with this lovely scene.
Enjoy your Sunday and hang on for a fast and furious few weeks.
À bientôt
L & B
July 31, 2022 @ 11:20 am
Thanks for the fun pictures today. Looking forward to following the adventures of your visit with Sharon and John.
July 31, 2022 @ 12:49 pm
Gosh, y’all sure eat fancy. I’m going to see the B’ham Barons next week and I guarantee you that my hotdog will not resemble Bernie’s. Congrats, Bernie. Avocado toast, Now I know what it is. Beside toast and avocados, what’s on it. Is it good?
July 31, 2022 @ 1:04 pm
It was delicious. Had smoked salmon and crème frische. Tomato and lettuce.
July 31, 2022 @ 1:45 pm
Hi Linda: we saw chairs like the ones you show from Paris here in Mallorca!
July 31, 2022 @ 2:00 pm
Have a blast! Say hello to Dorothy and Calvin!!
July 31, 2022 @ 2:29 pm
Your courtyard is lovely! What a sweet sanctuary from the hot streets. Glad you are beginning to find your way around your new neighborhood. I’m sure you will discover some hidden charms. Do you suppose that gal being kissed was thinking to herself,”Get off me you big oaf!” 😉
July 31, 2022 @ 7:35 pm
No, I don’t think so. I surmised that they were newlyweds.
July 31, 2022 @ 4:52 pm
Linda, I am enjoying your posts and descriptions of your daily adventures in Paris.
I have a unique question: My daughter-in-law and my granddaughter will be in Paris for a few days next weekend. They would like to go to Monet’s home in Giverny for a day while they are there. Do you have any suggestions on the best way for them to get there on their own: public transportation, hire car, day tour, etc.?
Hope you and Bernie are both doing well and enjoying your time in Paris.
Sally U.
July 31, 2022 @ 7:34 pm
We are going to Giverny on Tuesday! It’s a bit complicated. First train tix from Gare St. Lazare, then either a taxi or shuttle into the little village. Read Tuesday’s blog. They might want to do a day tour.
August 1, 2022 @ 4:13 am
Sally, we are going to Giverny tomorrow! It’s a bit complicated and involves a train ride out of Gare St. Lazare, then a shuttle or taxi into the small village. If they are unfamiliar with Paris, I would recommend booking a tour.
July 31, 2022 @ 6:06 pm
Oh, that avocado toast looks way better than what I’ve had in North Alabama! Even Bernie’ s hot dog looked good! And to have that courtyard to come home to would be nice – a silver lining to your new neighborhood. It certainly looks prettier than the street side of your Paris home. Loved these especially nice cafe’ chairs today. Enjoy your company. I look forward to your 2 weeks together. A bientot! Ann
July 31, 2022 @ 7:33 pm
Thanks, Ann, for all of your comments. Love having you on the blog!