As some of you already know, my Mom and her best friend Jan came to visit last week. I know full well that they were only using my sojourn here in Paris as an excuse to travel to the city of lights, but I don't mind. I would probably do the same myself and it was great having them here and playing tour guide to a city I have only lived in for nearly a month now. We had a blast and did so much during the time that they were here. I'm still recovering!
During their whirlwind week in Paris the girls and I visited the main sites like the Eiffel Tower and the Champs Elysees and walked around the entire city until we had blisters. We took both a boulangerie and chocolate tour. We attempted to visit the Catacombs (closed due to flood for the unforeseeable future...). After we dined very well every night. We went to Saint Chapelle and saw Notre Dame and walked along the Seine. One night we packed a picnic at dusk and took a boat tour down the river for its picturesque views. Another day we visited Reims and toured champagne caves and indulged in tastings. It was an amazing time!
Here are some pictures from the ladies visit:
Mom and I at the Jardin du Luxembourg
Palais du Luxembourg, where we stopped for a quick glass of wine and some people watching.
The secret garden the Frenchie introduced me to...
Jan and I picking out apartments...
Mom and Jan peaking out of their hotel window. That was a lovely hideaway!
Relaxing after some Berthillon ice cream on the Ile St Louis
Cruise on the Seine at dusk with a picnic of wine and cheese . . . priceless
A memorable and unexpected breakfast in the sun.
Mom and I having an much needed aperitif.
Girls last dinner in Paris
Thanks again for the visit, it was wonderful to have you here in Paris and to share this time with you both!!!
xx
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