1. The church bells up the street play Ode to Joy at noon.
2. Apple juice is sold in refrigerated milk cartons and tastes just like cider.
3. When Métro stations are announced on the train. I love learning the right pronunciation.
4. The Christmas windows at Galeries Lafayette always outdo themselves. (This year: dancing, swimming, performing and cooking teddy bears.)
5. The multiple orange smoke stacks atop Paris rooftops.
6. Fresh flowers and fresh baguettes are routine, not “occasions.”
7. Hidden courtyards that hold unexpected treasures.
8. The women flaunt their confidence and the men love it.
9. There are whole stores dedicated to umbrellas.
10. Papa Sarkozy and Carla Bruni are just so darned cute together
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I agree with them all but Number 3 made me smile. I like that too! May I add one? In Charles de Gaulle, I love the chimes followed by the lovely voice that makes the announcements. So much nicer than what we hear in the US airports!
Linda I wish you a magical stay in Paris. I can hardly wait to see what you discover. I may be making a short trip in janvier. I’ll be taking notes!!!
V