Paris Is Hot, Hot, Hot and Jammed with Tourists
Bonjour!
Life is much better after 24 hours in Paris, and we do love our new apartment, though we’re struggling with the location. A good night’s rest, new friends, and good food made for a smile on our faces. I do apologize for the negativity in my first post as I try always to make this blog a positive experience. And I should have never posted that horrible, bedraggled photo of myself! But it certainly did tell the story of our entry day.
Some of you have let me know that you can’t post comments to my blog. I have someone investigating the problem! As a former neighbor of mine once said, “The devil seems to have gotten into your trip!” Hopefully, not for long.
(I just now see where the comments are appearing from all of you. How wonderful! Hopefully the problem is solved.)
Yesterday was all about getting familiar with living in the apartment, finding our way around the neighborhood, grocery shopping for the basics, finding a place to dry our clothes, and actually eating in for lunch. It’s not too far to another Monoprix, and a lavomatic is just up the street. We are acknowledging that the bus may be our best way out of here back to our old neighborhood.
Yesterday afternoon, we did some reconnaissance for our river cruise on Bastille evening for dinner and fireworks. We will board the boat on the stretch of the Seine right below Musée d’Orsay. Bernie likes to make sure he knows exactly where we’re going and exactly how to get there. It was hot as hell but we managed. Last evening we had dinner with Roger and Kath Hansen, new friends from the flight over. We ate on the river with them and got our first shots of dogs and cafe chairs.
The beach or Paris Plage is up and running and summer has definitely arrived! Predictions are for 100 degree temps over the next week. Rather be hot here as opposed to hot in Alabama, though some A/C would be precious. Alas, we adjust, mais oui.
We are awaiting my daughter as I write to you!
Enjoy the photos,
L & B
July 13, 2022 @ 9:48 am
Dear Linda & Bernie,
I’m so glad to hear from you!
Thanks for the photos & updates!
Love to both of you!
from Jodie & Dennis
July 13, 2022 @ 10:21 am
Love the photo display along the Seine! Glad you are settling in!
July 13, 2022 @ 10:22 am
Fantastic to hear things are getting better. Looking forward to the adventures planned for this trip.
July 13, 2022 @ 10:45 am
Love the apartment and looking forward to following your Paris adventures again this year.
July 13, 2022 @ 10:48 am
Love the apartment and looking forward to following along again this year.
July 13, 2022 @ 11:12 am
What a difference 24 hours makes! You have made quick work of discovering where to get your food, your clothes dried, transportation to the old neighborhood, and had dinner with a new friend! That’s progress. I look forward to pictures and stories of your Bastille Day river cruise.
July 13, 2022 @ 11:20 am
It’s wonderful that things are better so quickly! We “enjoyed” the bedraggled picture, so never fear sharing a little reality with us. Same temps here in Kansas, but ah, air-conditioning!
July 13, 2022 @ 12:26 pm
Linda, you are so right! Hot in Paris is so different than hot in Alabama. Enjoy your travels.
July 13, 2022 @ 1:28 pm
You didn’t mention a nearby boulangerie. I hope there is one close. I still remember standing in line with Bernie waiting to purchase the bread for the day. Such fun!
July 13, 2022 @ 1:49 pm
I’m sure hot there doesn’t compare to AL hot, tho is much nicer today here. Sounds as if you’re adjusting well. So glad!
July 13, 2022 @ 3:55 pm
So happy to see Paris through your eyes (and Bernie’s) again!
July 13, 2022 @ 4:32 pm
So happy to start my morning Paris “fix” again! Your apartment looks lovely, and it will be fun to get to know a new area better.
I’m currently in Santorini with my granddaughter and having a wonderful time! Not very hot here even.
Katie
July 13, 2022 @ 6:20 pm
Enjoy my friend!!! Tim and I will relive our visit with you and Bernie, while enjoying your new adventures. 🙂
July 13, 2022 @ 6:44 pm
Thanks Linda! Glad you are getting sorted and looking forward to a fun summer.
July 13, 2022 @ 6:48 pm
I’ve just returned from a trip to Croatia, Greece & Turkey. A bit “Travel Weary”, but so so worth it. I will enjoy visiting Paris through your eyes.
your new AL Friend,
Mary
July 13, 2022 @ 7:47 pm
Linda, today sounds so much better, and more relaxing. Glad you are getting acclimated to your new surroundings. The photos are breathtaking! I feel as though I am there. I love the cafe’ chairs as the subject this year. Enjoy your new neighborhood and your old one. Looking forward to many more mornings of your adventure. Thank you for sharing so well with us.
Love,
Ann
July 13, 2022 @ 7:49 pm
May the weather cool off soon. It’s finally less hot here in N AL.
July 13, 2022 @ 8:24 pm
Always glad for better days!
July 14, 2022 @ 12:50 am
Linda, so happy to see you traveling and enjoying yourself! Look forward to your adventures and fun! Judy
July 16, 2022 @ 5:58 pm
I thought yesterday’s post was perfect! Many of us have had similar issues upon arrival so we could really feel your pain! I’m so glad things ave worked out and that you’ve hit your stride. Love the pictures of the chairs! So iconic. Oh, and the pictures of Paris make me anticipate my next trip!
July 16, 2022 @ 6:00 pm
Actually I meant the July 12 post. I’m just reading them now and read about your first day’s trials yesterday. 😄