Sunday Church Series - Val-de-Grâce

I loved attending services at the Église Val-de-Grâce twice during our stay in Paris in 2009. One of the churches you won't read about but is just beautiful. At that time, it was only open to the public during the services on Sunday.

Faire du vélo avec maman

A sunny day at Square du Temple. Many friends there to play with.

Paris Rouge - Serge Ferrai

The showroom for Serge Ferrari is located on a charming cobblestoned courtyard, from the 16th century, in the Cour du Bel Air, in the 12th. The dripping vines made it all the more charming.

La mairie

Sometime the Parisian photography gods really bless me. We were strolling by the Mairie in the Marais, and found these steps covered rose petals. I think I just missed the bride and groom but the petals were enough....

La ligne

You can usually judge the merits of the local boulangerie by the length of the line outside!

Non, pas Le Pen!

I have chosen to be quite public with my views on our recent election here in the US, and don't apologize. Today, I make my feelings known regarding the current elections in France. I hope and pray that the French will learn from our mistakes here, and make the right choice in the next election in two weeks.

Sunday Church Series - Sainte Chappelle

Sainte Chappelle, one of the most beautiful churches in Paris. I have visited once, but have it on my list for another and hopefully a concert!

Paris Rouge - Didier Ludot

Didier Ludot's boutique at the Palais Royal features vintage designer delights. I will admit that as often as I've pressed my nose and my lens against this window, I've never gathered enough courage to walk in. Maybe next time.

The Most Patient Man in Paris

Today let us all celebrate the anniversaire of our friend Peter Olson ( Peter's Paris). I've known Peter since 2008, and he and I have walked a million miles up and down and all over Paris. He's an incredible expert on all things Paris, despite the fact that he's a Swede!  He is always generous with his expertise and time. I'm so grateful that he willing to wait while I take endless photographs, just like here in 2009.  Merci mon ami, for your time, your patience, but most of all your friendship. My best friend in Paris.

Night Along the Seine

I never tire of this view!

Paris Rouge - These doors!!!!

Perhaps my favorite doors in all of Paris. The fact that they are ROUGE, is beside the point! 

Fermé

The Musée Carnavalet, the history of Paris museum, is closed for restorations until at least 2019. Located in the Marais, you should put it on your list when it reopens.

Doors of Paris

Cimetière du Montparnasse

Joyeuses Pâques

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris

Café de la Paix

Remembering a lovely lunch here last November.

Café de la Paix

5 Place de l'Opéra

75009 Paris

Dimanche à Paris

If you are lucky enough to be in Paris on a Sunday, be sure to visit the Marché aux Oiseaux et le Marché aux Fleurs on Île de la Cité. This is a special treat if you are traveling with children as the Bird Market also offers, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc. for them to pet. A lovely way to spend a Sunday in Paris.

Paris Rouge - Le carrousel

The carrousel at the Hôtel de Ville is always such fun to photograph. 

Place Vendôme

The Vendôme Column, erected by Napoleon I to commemorate theBattle of Austerlitz.

Matin au Pain Quotedian

Remembering a nice petit déjeuner with friends on the morning we arrived in Paris, 2016.

Au revoir!

Join me in bidding a fond au revoir to Paris' iconic kiosks. They will soon be replaced with more updated and modern versions. Le sigh....

Sunday Church Series - Paris Rouge, Notre Dame de Paris

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris

Les détails

I think we always look at her from afar, but I love to zoom in on her details.

Grand ou petit?

Many choices at the Marché aux Puces!

Paris Rouge - la rose

On the Outside Looking In

Le Grand Colbert

2 rue Vivienne

75002 Paris

Reading in Paris

Palais Royal

Sunday Church Series - Église Val-de-Grâce

We had this amazing view of this beautiful church from our apartment window for 3 weeks in 2009. I took advantage.

Église Val-de-Grâce

1 Place Alphonse Laverin

75005 Paris

CDP Theme Day - WET

Today my City Daily Photobloggers around the world are posting their favorite photo on this month's theme....RAIN right here.. It was a no brainer for me. I"m reposting one of my favorite photos taken from the second floor window of our favorite apartment on rue Saint Roch. It's also the cover photo of my book, Paris Rouge. If you'd like to have a look, the link is on the sidebar!