It's 5 am here in L.A., {experiencing one, or is it the only perk of jet-lag?} The ability to wake up early with the joy and exuberance of a morning person, which normally I am not ~ a morning person that is ~ joy and exuberant I like to think I express those qualities from time to time.
I had hoped to write this post from Paris before I left, but I was too busy moping and whining about having to leave Europe.
Happy to report that the sadness has officially lifted, and now I'm just excited to be back. I can't wait to implement all the ideas and inspiration from this experience. This was an amazing trip for us.
So I won't say goodbye to Paris. I'll just say "see you later" "a bientot" Paris because part of the excitement that is spilling over, is thinking about all of the ways we plan to return...
For you for now, a final grouping of favorite photos from Paris along with a completely random list of what I will call Paris "findings"
The "while you wait" seats at a Metro station are not made for lovers, or friends for that matter. They are spaced super far apart. {This may be one place you won't feel crowded in the city}
Paris however, is made for lovers. It is a city in full support of public displays of affection
And, those same brightly colored seats at each Metro station are super cool
Oh, but don't be lovers holding hands while walking on the street. People have no issue with walking right through your hand holding to get to where they need to go in a super big rush
It is not cool to look too overjoyed in Paris, especially when riding the Metro
Paris, or Europe, or economy airplane seats for that matter were not built for a man who is 6'5"
You do not want to walk too slow on the streets of downtown Paris, just sayin'
The reason Parisians can eat so much cheese and wonderful, rich food is because they walk A LOT and FAST
Metro tickets can be demagnetized when in too close proximity to your cell phone
The beauty and attention to detail that exists in this city will blow your mind ~ which has never been more evident than upon our return to what seems like a now very unattractive city called Los Angeles. Minus the weather, the palm trees, the ocean and some amazing homes, the strip malls plastered with neon signs have got to go.
I like the smell of perfume and cologne that Parisians tend to wear
I will miss the combination of cologne and smoke when I go to a restaurant, and I am not being sarcastic
Smoking in France, in comparison to California, where you can no longer even smoke outside, still feels very much in vogue
Toilet paper and kleenex is much, much softer in the United States
Flea markets in Paris inspire creativity and next time~ I am SO buying my favorite vintage leather chair
One should floss everyday, but especially if you eat saucisson
A jar of Barilla pesto sauce can work wonders if you are in a pinch for a quick and delicious meal
Only Parisian men can pull off bright yellow pants. {By the way the new Ralph Lauren store in St. Germain de Pres is 4 floors of impressive and beautiful}
Paris skies are also beautiful
And the gardens, don't get me started on the gardens in the spring
I really like wearing scarves. I have one on right now
Postcard bags make good impromptu notepaper for making lists to post on your blog
I think the art in the Musee D'Orsay was my favorite collection
But a visit to the L'Orangerie to see Monet's large Waterlilies = incredible
French stores and museums don't make their {very odd} store hours very easy to find online
Laduree has the best cafe creme, not to mention their croissants and pain du chocolat ~ also delicious. And the macaroons ~ Laduree is famous for its macaroons. Too busy eating the croissants, I didn't get to try one. This alone is a reason I need to return.
People are ageless when they have style and a zest for life
I love this city more than I thought could
