An American in Paris: Day 3

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An American In Paris: Day 2

Today dad and I enjoyed a bus tour. Here are some scenes from the day.



Sidewalk artist



The Louvre



Gate



Pop



Penthouse



Sidewalk Vendor



They're everywhere



Police Caravan



Notre Dame



Bridge



Triumph



A nap in the park



The End

An American in Paris

Bonjour. It's the morning after my first day in Paris. I'm at my hotel, typing on a French computer, which is a cultural experience in itself. The keys are all indifferent places so I've returned to the hunt and peck method. When I flew in yesterday morning, it was very foggy. The sun was just rising and I could barely see down to the ground. Looking down, I saw lots of farmland, but unlike the US, the plots were all at angles.


Foggy morning

As soon as we landed, I found myself in another line. This one was for customs. I slowly made my way through bus trips, subway stations, and train rides, until I arrived at the hotel. I was early and my room wasn't ready, so I took some time to explore the neighborhood. There were all kinds of small meat, bread, and produce shops. I only heard French speakers around me, but was able to order a small roasted chicken and some bread by pointing. With a full stomach, I went back to the hotel and checked in. I was amazed at how small the room was, but at least everything was nice. I slept for several hours and then decided to go explore Paris a little bit.


Lovebirds

It really is all that people say it is. It's very expansive and beautiful. Since my dad was flying in later, I decided to just survey the scene. I walked along the river, saw the louvre, the eiffel tower, had lunch outside at a café, and took a nap in a park.



A walk along the river


River scene



Relaxing on the lawn



Reading a book



Peddlers in trouble


It was so nice to be in a different place. I'll be glad to have my dad around today. I haven't had a conversation with someone for quite awhile. I'll fill you in on today's events later.