When I woke this morning, the city was noticeably quiet—fewer people on the street, less traffic, and a stillness that felt unusual for Paris. Many had already left for an extended weekend, and I was reminded again that May in France isn’t just a month—it’s a rhythm of holidays and long pauses ...
Culture and Tradition
Rendez-vous at the Bristol
I spent a good portion of the afternoon with friends, Sylvia and Bruno, in the bar of the Bristol Hotel on the rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
We were classmates at Christie’s and we haven’t seen each other much since finishing our courses. We chatted for nearly three hours, bringing each other ...
Sunday with Friends
Sunday was spent with good friends Dawn and Michael at their lovely home La Charmeraie in Louveciennes. Blog readers may recall my September visit.
What started as a dreary and rainy day in the city ended as a cheery and sunny afternoon in country. Once again, Dawn provided an amazing feast for ...
A Night at the Museums
Last night, the 5th Annual "Nuit des Musées" was held throughout Europe. Once a year, museums are open until 1 AM and most museums host special events such as lectures, dance programs, films and concerts.
There were so many wonderful options, it was hard to choose. So, I decided on two smaller ...
Waiting Out the Les Saints de Glace
The sun is finally shining — just in the nick of time, because today marks the last day of Les Saints de Glace.
According to French tradition, Les Saints de Glace — Saint Mamert, Saint Pancrace, and Saint Servais (celebrated on May 11, 12, and 13) — represent the lingering cold and final frosts ...
Rainy, but romantic
It's been overcast and mostly raining since Sunday evening.
While gazing out my window early this morning, I saw a man with an umbrella walking toward the Metro. Suddenly, he stopped, turned and began blowing kisses in the air. I looked in the direction of his gestures and saw a woman with an ...
