Modern Technology Rules Our Worlds Even in Paris!
Bonjour,
Yesterday was the third sunny Paris day in a row! Just wonderful. 
Unfortunately, most of our time has been spent in the Apple store configuring a new phone for me. Bernie has been very patient, but as he says, “What choice did I have?” I’m very pleased to share that my new phone is working, AirDrop is working, I’ve had a conversation with Verizon and all seems to be well! Many thanks to my daughter, Natalie, for her help with this process. Our 2.5 hours at the store did net some interesting light photos of the sun coming through the glass roof.
Our lunch was back on the Champs-Élysées at a spot we have enjoyed in the past called Unisex. It’s quite nice with an excellent restroom (a top priority). I had a tasty salad and the interior provided a very nice light photo. And we managed to order smartly for a bill that was only 45 euros!
Our focus for the rest of the week is on, you guessed it, laundry, then house cleaning, and preparing for our dozen guests on Saturday night’s early birthday celebration. When you have limited serving dishes, silverware, glassware and space, it makes throwing a party pretty darn interesting. We’ll take lots of photos of the table and of our friends if they don’t object. By the way, some do so we respect their privacy.
We loved visiting with our friend Richard Nahem at the bar of the JOBO hotel…JOBO standing for Josephine Bonaparte. It’s a delightful spot, and I had a chance to view the rooms several weeks ago which all look like something from Versailles. It’s a 4-star and pretty pricey but a nice alternative for the Marais and only 60 seconds from us.
The hotel sits adjacent to beautiful St. Catherine’s Square where we found some autumn color and a light photo.
And here’s a precious little dog on the subway ride home after lunch. The dogs are so well-behaved and seem to know how to survive the subway, busy traffic, and sitting quietly under tables in restaurants. 
It’s been raining all night and continues this morning. Between laundry and the rain, I would guess that there won’t be a blog tomorrow.
Thanks for your comments as always and have a pleasant day!
L & B
November 7, 2019 @ 10:32 am
Aaahhh back from a short holiday and SUCH a pleasure to return to your blog! Really love that Place du Marché Sainte-Catherine photo but ALL your posts and photos are wonderful.
Well done on the new phone — phew! And cheering you on for the upcoming *start* of the Bernie birthday bash. Of course your worldwide fans will be following all the events with great interest and all best wishes. What a gift you are to each other with your support and teamwork.
Bon lessive and happy party planning xx
November 7, 2019 @ 11:51 am
Carolyn, your comments are so warm and so appreciated!!! Turns out I was wrong about a rainy day. Tis beautiful in Paris, laundry is done, so perhaps some photos await us this afternoon. Best to Clive!
November 7, 2019 @ 12:27 pm
Today’s photos are some of my favorite you have posted. It causes my list of places to see in Paris grow. So happy to hear the weather has been so lovely.
November 7, 2019 @ 2:27 pm
Merci! I couldn’t remember if it was you or Paula who went inside JOBO with me. Must have been Paula!
November 8, 2019 @ 12:46 am
The small plaza with bicycle leaning against lamppost looks like I would imagine Paris. Good one. Thank you.
November 8, 2019 @ 5:59 am
This area is just across the street from us! It’s lovely at all times of the year. It’s actually called Place du Marché Sainte-Catherine if you want to Google it. Thanks for being such a loyal blog follower! Best to Sybil!
November 8, 2019 @ 5:46 pm
We have to be value travelers and what could be a better value than following L&B + friends around Paris. Thanks
November 12, 2019 @ 7:28 pm
I have two years to get my things to do in Paris “wish list” together, before we return. I might need to get a paying job!