La fille et les fleurs

Quick capture of this beautiful young woman, lost in thought at the Medici Fountain at Luxembourg Gardens.

Gilding the Lily

As if the majestic la Fontaine du Médicis isn't beautiful enough, they fill the urn to overflowing with golden mums. I think Paris in autumn is the best!

Un moment calme

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It's not often you get a few quiet moments at the lovely la Fountaine des Medicis at Jardin du Luxembourg During low tourist season, it's a delightful  place to sit and read or just rest and enjoy.

Une chaise et feuilles

Medici Fountain

Jardin du Luxembourg

Novembre

Automne à Paris - Fontaine Medicis

As many of you know, I've traveled to Paris in January for the last four years. It's easier for me to travel at that time but I have longed to see Paris in another season. This November trip, I found her in all her autumn splendor.  I'll be sharing some favorites for the next week or so. Today, a late afternoon stroll through the Jardin du Luxembourg, and the leaves falling around the Medici Fountain, made it even more beautiful.  

Le cigare

Nothing like a good cigar while lounging by the Medici Fountain at Jardin du Luxembourg

January Afternoon - la Fontaine Médicis

Paris is probably the most photographed city on the planet.  I don't fool myself that I could ever find a new point of view that someone has not already discovered.  It doesn't keep me from the eternal search however!

This crisp, January Sunday afternoon, Mary and I made our way through Luxembourg Gardens. We were grateful that not many tourists spoiled our view.   This image of the Medici Fountain  brings back some wonderful memories.

Une Promenade du Dimanche I

At the Jardin du Luxembourg on a sunny Sunday it seemed all of Paris took advantage of the break in the rain and cold to enjoy just strolling like this dear couple. I have more!

At the Medici Fountain

Ahh, the famous Medici Fountain at Luxembourg Gardens is something you must see. I regret I don't have a great shot of the entire fountain and pool. It was hard to elbow my way through the throngs of tourists that wanted their photo taken in FRONT of it! (WHY???) Well, I found the people seated all around it, enjoying the beautiful day, very interesting. Today a few portraits as well!

French Strangers # 37-38

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