The weather has been wonderful but not all our body parts have been as agreeable. First let me go back a couple of years when my cousins were here and rented a car. They were asked for their names and that’s about it. I think the rental company took a look at my cousin’s driver’s license but not much more. The process was so easy that it was the topic of conversation for several days. Well- today I had a similar experience. I went to the local pharmacy where I have gone periodically over the years. The pharmacist knows me – sort of. He speaks excellent English. I wanted to buy an anti-inflammatory ointment and to inquire about where I could find a wheelchair for George who is having difficulty walking. He showed me one he had tucked into a corner and said I could rent it. Oh- great! And how much would that be? 60 euros a week? No- 16 euros a week. Well that was certainly doable I told him. He asked me for my name and telephone number. I started to get my credit card out- he said”Not now. You pay when you return it “. I asked about a deposit – he said it wasn’t needed. My ID? That wasn’t needed either. Wow! I walked out with the wheelchair and promised to bring it back in two weeks. He waved. Just as with the car rental- this is a level of trust with which we are no longer familiar.
Since so many of you write and tell me you love the photos of the food we are enjoying I’ll be sure to send more (means I have to eat more,too)
We went to brunch yesterday at Les Editeurs- a very popular bistro with foreigners, especially. The brunch was interesting- served in small dishes on a big plate which barely fit on the table. Despite it being a bit awkward, we had a very nice time. This was my first croissant since we’ve been here and it was delicious
Dinner at our local bistro the other night was fun. George took my picture. He thought it was pretty funny.
Yesterday after our brunch we went to an open house for a Hilton 5 star hotel opening up a few blocks from us. It has taken 5 years to construct. Below are some of the rooms we were shown and the spectacular roof top terrace.
The terrace restaurant and bar are elegant with fantastic views capturing all of Paris’ main iconic sights- including the Eiffel Tower, Nore Dame, Le Sacre Coeur, Les Invalides and the Pantheon.
In the way out, we skipped the champagne and nibbles since we had just had lunch, but accept s these cushy slippers which I immediately made use of upon arriving back home.
pianomd 
Oh my word! You certainly know how to have a wonderful time-even getting a wheelchair for George! Your photos of everything are beautiful and it is so enticing to try to recreate those experiences!
I am delighted that the weather is lovely; I remember what you said last year about “April in Paris”! May it continue to be balmy as it certainly isn’t that here yet!
Continue to enjoy!
Lisa
Yes- and now I have to get him to use it. I’m happy you are enjoying these. I love writing them!
Carolann
I so enjoy your experiences and am amazed at how well you know where to go and what to take in!!
thanks for sharing!
libby
I know Paris better than Boston. It has been so many years now. We just can’t get around as easily
as before. I’m so happy you are enjoying these little write ups.
C
Nice story. Beautiful pictures!Thanks!Sent from my iPad
Your post is wonderful, as always! I love living vicariously through your words and photos 😊 Please have a little fresh-squeezed blood orange juice—the really red kind—for me. 😋
Marion
Will do!!
Hi Carolann,Wow! I love all the pictures – they’re worth many words of OMG….so glad you can both enjoy. Sorry to hear about George’s difficulty with walking…I totally feel his pain….This will be my last month in Florida and I’m due home in early May, but stopping in NY for Arthur’s cousin who will be 90! THen home! I think I’m ready for New England…Sounds like the weather is perfect in Paris…enjoy and hope to see you soon.Thanks for including me in your broadcast list.Hugs,Cyn
Thanks for all the news. Glad you like my little blog.
Hopefully we will connect when we both return to Massachusetts!
Ah, Paris. Even if we can’t be there, your itinerary and pictures are just what we need.
Thank you,
Mary Jo
Thank you. Glad it is helping a bit.