Missing Paris

So I’m back in the states!

I’m slowly adjusting to the time change and continuing work on the house. We finished painting one of the guest bedrooms. I’m super excited to get the trim done so I can properly share it with you.

Since I was only able to get in a couple posts while I was away I figured I’d share some of my favorite things about Paris.

Coffee…espresso…cafe au lait…and more coffee. 😉 

Cafes

Paris made me realize that we don’t have enough cafes. I loved stopping at every cafe I could find for a little coffee break and to rest my feet. I’m not kidding when I say we walked…we really walked. We left the hotel at 10am and wouldn’t get back until 5pm. Here’s the view from one of the cafes we stopped at. Amazing, right?

Croissants

Food! Lots of food! 

The food never disappointed. Pictured above is one of my favorite meals – white fish with a butter sauce, julienne carrots and green beans, and mashed potatoes. The fish was light and flaky, the veggies done perfectly and crisp, and the mashed potatoes airy and delicious

Wine

The Architecture

Every building, every house, every church, every statue was gorgeous. I was out and about all day every day and loved everything I saw. I wish we had architecture as amazing as what I saw on my trip.

Sacre Coeur

This was one of my favorite sights. It is 300 steps to get to the top. The hike was well worth it. Even better was the view from the top of Sacre Coeur. We were even able to go up in the dome.

Shopping

I was able to get so many fun things – rings, scarves, this coat, paintings (for my new office), and of course chocolates…just to name a few.

Dressing up

Because Pilot was in Paris for business there were many nights out where it was recommended we look our best. Since I am a girly girl I had no problem with this…and I came prepared…with 6+ pairs of shoes. Yes, I may have a problem.

I can’t say enough good things about Paris. I had an amazing time walking the city all day, taking breaks at their many cafes, and enjoying the restaurants at night. I look forward to visiting again.

A special thanks to my special Pilot for taking me on such a wonderful trip! 

Now it’s back to the gym, eating my greek yogurt, and working on our house. 🙂

Bonjour from Paris

Hey everyone! We landed in Paris this AM. Needless to say we’re quite jet lagged. It’s been a couple days since I’ve had a chance to blog so I figured I’d get a quick one in before I pass out.

The move went very well. I’m loving all the room colors (pictures to come).

I’m definitely embracing the whole lots of eating (LOTS) thing. I mean, what else do you do in Paris? 😉

For lunch, and my first meal, I started with the omelet which was loaded with potatoes, onions, ham, cheese, and tomatoes.

Pilot had a steak and fries. Potatoes all around.

I also couldn’t resist the French coffee. Holy strong…but pretty.

We went by the Eiffel tower before we decided it was time for another snack – croissant, crepe, and coffees. Mmmm…coffee.

Dinner was extravagant.

…but dessert stole the show.

And of course…espresso.

Au Revoir for now!