Paris is my lover. It embraces me with tenderness, caressing me ever so gently as it whispers it’s secrets into my ear. Paris overtakes me with its passion, creating a longing within me that seems almost unbearable at times. Sometimes, Paris treats me with a callous indifference, leaving me shattered and utterly abandoned. But these moments are fleeting. They are but the consequence of a relationship that has become too familiar, and they are quickly banished to place where memory has no hold. This is, after all, no casual dalliance. This is a love affair in the grandest of schemes. It’s an epic romance, and my heart will belong to Paris until the day that I die.
Linda Donahue is an award-winning writer and photographer, not to mention the founder and editor-in-chief of ParisienSalon.com. Though currently based in Miami, Florida, Linda makes her way over to Paris several times a year. Her photographic work can be seen online at LindaDonahue.com.
Linda,
The photos are beautiful, as are the sentiments about Paris! Thank you for sharing. Truly lovely.
Best,
Ashley
I love the songs and photos.
You’re best..
We are all at Paris’ mercy, helpless to her infinite charms!
PS these images are stunning! It’s obvious you and Paris have a true connection.
What a relationship you have. Excellent writing and equally beautiful photos.
Thank you so much!
Merci beaucoup!
I’ve been hooked since my first visit two years ago. Looking forward to spending this Christmas in Paris.
I do believe we are sharing the same “lover”! Your photographs are absolutley beautiful. I left Paris just yesterday, and they are making me miss it already. Sigh!
V
Beautiful images. Paris captured my heart when I was there for Christmas and New Year’s eve. I am going back in October for a whole month. Thanks for the post about the Blanche Nuit.. I’ll probably still be jet lagged and have no problem staying up all night. I’m trying to figure out if I can sell everything I own and move there. sigh.
Absolutely stunning! Paris is my favorite city standing next to San Francisco.
Lovely blog.
Lovely lovely both the words and the pix. I share all your feelings. I can’t be there enough.