Where do I start? The people, always the people. For me, people provide immersion into the culture of any country. Several posts will dive into my first visit to Paris (It was Mr. K.’s fourth visit) and the people who made us feel the soul of this magical city.
PART 1.
It’s a Family Affair
We’re here!! After providing an Uber pickup, Mr. K’s son, Reed, greeted us at Apartments du Louvre, the 4 Rue Etienne Marcel location (there are several), our home, for a two-week stay in the City of Lights. Reed has lived in Paris for almost 9 years, and I was primed by his dad and mom for how accommodating he would be.
We loved our apartment. We had full amenities and were close to so many sites in Paris. Reed’s greeting began a remarkable vacation guided by him and hosted by his wife, her family, and their friends.
We were treated to a casual dining experience filled with delicious food, wine, and lively conversation. A French dinner is at least 4 courses, including appetizers with fruit, cheeses with fresh bread, entrees, and dessert, all with copious amounts of wine and coffee. (I tried to get with expresso, but I had to succumb to Americana) What?!
The breathtaking view from the apartment showcased the illuminated Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, mesmerizing me. What?!
We were also invited to Houdan, a small quaint suburb of Paris. We posed before their dungeon, the site chosen for a fete at the Para Olympics. What?! We also stopped at the boulangerie for the delicious bread we would consume at lunch.. Our co-host and his sister were originally from Guadaloupe, so we had a Guadaloupean meal with couscous. Delicious!
Indeed, the global culture is alive and well in Paris, and Reed’s family enabled me to experience its texture of diversity and warm hospitality.marguax and the boys.
NEXT, PART 2 – THANKSGIVING DAY IN PARIS
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Exquisite my Darling and I
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Thank you, My Love! I just received my balm from Clary! Happy Holidays!
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Thank you for sharing, I want my own Mr K, complete with family in wonderful places. Staying in a home is so much better than a hotel.
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Yes. Our visit was made specal by the wonderful spirits we encountered. Hope your year is doing well. We got serious lightwork to do! We got this.
Love,
Vicki
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