We're not going to lie-it was really nice visiting a European country where one of us actually does speak the language--well, sort of speaks the language. We had a great time in Paris. The weather didn't cooperate, but we let that slide since everything else turned out great. I think we each gained a few pounds from eating crepes and chocolate croissants, but who can turn down those fabulous bakeries and food vendors on the streets!? Not us. We stayed in a hotel that was located a few blocks from the Eiffel Tower. I went running one morning around the Eiffel Tower, over the Seine River and through parts of the city and I have to say--it was pretty cool! I couldn't have imagined myself running through the streets of Paris a year ago before we made the decision to move.
Here are some pics of our first day walking down the Champs de Elysees.
We woke up Saturday morning and decided to walk to the Louvre. It was raining but Rich said he remembered it only being a 20 minute walk from our neighborhood. FORTY-FIVE minutes and an inch of rain in our shoes/stroller later, we get to the Louvre. Per the wait sign, the line was over an hour long. Lucky for us, a guy selling trinkets walked over and told us we didn't have to wait in line if we had a stroller. We didn't believe him so we asked the people to hold our place in line. We owe this man!!!!! We walked to the front of the line and were escorted into the doors immediately! We put Reed in the baby bjorn and he managed to stay awake for the Mona Lisa. So the next time you're in Paris, make sure you go with someone who has a stroller!
Rich is in Seattle for the next week and a half for work. He's really looking forward to spending time with Clara, Elise and Ben and also seeing some friends while he's there. Reed and I are chilling in Bonn. I think he sensed that his Dad was gone last night because he was on his best behavior. We'll see if he keeps that up for another 10 days!Au Revoir!
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