Thursday, September 2, 2010

Un Dimanche au Dodo Manège


In June, Genie, Marie, Mary and I took a little detour to the Jardin des Plantes. Last summer,despite two trips to the gardens, Melissa and the children and I never found this special carrousel, but Genie knew the way! This one is a bit different, the animals are all extinct! We were charmed by the most adorable children enjoying a Sunday afternoon with their families. Moving targets are hard to capture, but I liked this beautiful little girl, sur la girafe!

13 comments:

Genie -- Paris and Beyond said...

Virginia, I think that you captured her beautifully with that sweet little smile. This is (so far) my favorite carrousel in Paris. I wish that Eva and Davis (and Melissa) had been there to ride these magical animals!

jean said...

Charming, carousel and photo.

Shell Sherree said...

I love her smile! Beautiful in the black and white, V.

Daryl said...

Its a superb capture and the monochrome adds to it!

TheChieftess said...

Wonderful shot V!!! Love the black and white....love her
expression...captures the moment beautifully!!!

PeterParis said...

You really know how the capture the essential things!

M said...

Lovely -- both you and Genie captured some great moments on the Dodo Manege!

Virginia said...

Genie and M,
What fun to share this with you two and Mary!

Chieftess,
Thank you,

Shell and Chieftess,
I thought she was sweet as well. Loved her smile.

Jean,
Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your visits.
V

Alexa said...

What a great capture of my fave Paris carrousel, V! Now you can take les petits enfants there next time you're all in Paris ensemble.

Virginia said...

Alexa,
It is just so special. I"m sorry the we didn't get them on this one but never fear, they rode the one at Luxembourg and at la Tour many times! I love Paris carrousels!!

claudine said...

Je découvre ce magnifique manège! Les enfants adorent monter sur les animaux!

Je m'appelle Cynthia said...

Not your typical carousel shot ... very unique and enchanting. Lots of joy and life in the shot - very special indeed.

Carla said...

such a cool carousel. Love the strange animals. CArla