Le violoniste

 One of my favorite Métro musician groups. This ensemble consists of students and teachers and I've been so fortunate to find them playing in the Bastille Métro stop on two visits. Vivaldi in the Metro, only in Paris!

Le propriétaire

Meet Georges, along with wife Odette, the propriétaires of Aux Vieux Paris d'Arcole.  This very photogenic, and old restaurant (1564) is just steps from Cathédrale Notre Dame. Although I've never dined here, I have taken many photographs over the years. This morning, Peter wanted to deliver a some artwork from a fellow blogger so we were able to go inside before opening hours and meet Georges. As you can see, he is a most charming and friendly Parisian.

Aux Vieux Paris d'Arcole

24 rue Chanoinesse

75004 Paris

L'homme et son chien

You know how Parisians are, not a bit friendly and never smile.

Smoke Break

A very common sight in Paris. This Bofinger waiter in the Bastille, was grabbing a few quick drags. Paris has banned smoking inside but outside, it's business as usual!

Deux Conversations

An Afternoon at the Bois de Boulogne

The title today is thanks to my dear friend Jilly ( Monte Carlo/Menton DP). Yesterday I shared this photo with her, and she commented that actually it was two conversations, between lady and gentleman, and also the birds! I completely missed that. Merci Jilly!

A Little Bubbly at the Palais Royal - 100 French Strangers

French Strangers #38 and #39

I've never strolled around the gardens of the Palais Royal without finding some very interesting people to photograph. This cute couple was enjoying a little bubbly under the trees. I was feeling a little Paris bleu that afternoon , but they definitely made me smile. Merci!

Can You Hear Me Now???

Musée Rodin, Another Look

Well you know how I feel about the Musée Rodin in Paris. I've posted many, many photos from here. I never tire of it. Today, my Eva and a young man that she and I thought was pretty funny. Channeling Rodin perhaps?

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

The ever changing banner photo is now the Palais Royal Metro station. It's a favorite of mine. Those of you that know me well, understand that I like to keep things moving around my blogs. Stay alert.... you might miss something!

Lost in Thought

When you take over 3,000 photos  you often overlook some that you missed on first review. Today I discovered these three,  and they all seemed to go together.  These were taken at the Palais Royal.   I think they are thought provoking.

Dear Jacques,.........