Le Poissonnier - Theme Day: "Worker"Le PoissonnierMarché d'AligreOn Sunday mornings he is usually just inside the covered market as you enter the door from rue Theophile Roussel. He is knowledgeable about the products, intense, and personable. You can see why I come back frequently.Marché d'Aligre75012, ParisOn the first day of each…
Église Saint-Paul-Saint-LouisÉglise Saint-Paul-Saint-LouisIf you have not been to Paris recently you might not recognize the magnificent Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis. After more than a year of work, the exterior has been brought back to a nearly new appearance. I had only seen the doors in a very sombre, dark and indistinguishable …
Quai de Bourbon - l'automneQuai de BourbonLooking towards Pont Louis-Philippe from Pont Marie, the quai and the riverside walk are almost deserted. Golden leaves will soon be swept from frail branches into the Seine. Within a month, this will be a monochrome palette, save the red doors and a few window boxes.Paris will take…
E. Dehillerin - le coqE. DehillerinThe copper and brass rooster (le coq) dominates the front window of E. Dehillerin. Perhaps he is reflecting on the last of the autumn leaves of Paris.If you enjoy cooking and cooking implements stop in here and also at Mora and G. Detou nearby.bon weekend18-20, rue Coquillière75001, Par…
Le Métro - après minuitThe Métro(after midnight)Truly, the deep interior of the Métro looks the same day or night, but in the very late hours before closing the sounds are amplified.The clicking of heels, the laughter of party-people, and often an eerie silencein the curved halls that snake from platform to platform.Paris…
Dear 4-eyes, gee!Passage du Grand Cerf"Dear 4-Eyes, Gee" Opened in 1825 in the 2nd arrondissement, it is now restored and charming with many artists and several ateliers.Please forgive the silliness, but it just called out to me.Passage du Grand Cerf75002, Paris…
Les Ombres d'AutomneJardin du Palais RoyalThe alleys of trees are a delight no matter the season. The green park chairs of Paris are covered in autumn leaves which may lead to snow as winter closes in. Well, not too soon, svpJardin du Palais Royal75001, Paris…
Rue Gabrielle - 'shabby chic'Rue GabrielleMontmartreThe dark reflection in the old glass panes adds to the mystery of this premier étage. The trace of last year's vines and the slant of the frame itself are in stark contrast with the fresh red geraniums.I will take this "shabby chic" any day33, rue Gabrielle75018, Paris…
Église Saint-Nicholas du ChardonnetÉglise Saint-Nicholas du ChardonnetOn a quiet Monday morning the church was vacant with rows and row of chairs, and an abundance of shadowsbon dimancheÉglise Saint-Nicholas du Chardonnet23, rue des Barnardins75005, Paris…
Institut de FranceInstitut de FranceThe Institut de France is a French education society grouping five académies, the most famous of which is the Académie française. It is impressive by day but an exhilarating sight at night Institut de France23, quai de Conti at rue de la Seine and quai Malaquais75006, Paris…
C'est sureal!A chicken, table and chairs, a family, and a photographer...This is more a collage than a photo, andthe little one with the hat has discovered the photographer.bon weekendRue Montorgueil75002, Paris…
Café La PaletteLa PaletteNight or day, La Palette attracts a crowd.Café La Palette43, rue de Seine75006, Paris …
Ombre d'arbreMona Bismark American CenterThe autumn sun softly outlines the leafless tree. The lady graciously demursMona Bismark American Center34, avenue de New York75016, Paris…
Stohrer - Pâtissier-TraiteurStohrer - Pâtissier-TrateurWhen Louis XV married the Polish royal Marie Leszczynska in 1725, her pastry chef followed to Versailles. Five years later this chef, Nicolas Stohrer, opened his bakery at 51, rue Montorgueil where it stands today. Open seven days a week (!) it still satisfies the tastes…
Place Michel DebréDressed for the autumn weather with its scattered showers, this woman braved the streets with a confident gait. She was in chestnut brown from head to toe, save the locks of red under her hat.Must be a French GirlPlace Michel Debré75006, Paris…
Église Saint Pierre de MontmartreÉglise Saint Pierre de MontmartreBuilt on the site of a Roman temple and a 7th century Merovingian church, Saint Pierre de Montmartre was consecrated in 1147 and is one of the oldest churches in Paris.Although it sits in the shadow of the grand Sacre Coeur,it has some fascinating features and archit…
Un lion en automneA Lion in Winter AutumnLooking up at the sculpted balcony with its ironwork balustrade one sees the trellis of red and graceful curtains. Do not miss the guardian of it all, le lion.Avenue d'Ilena75016, Paris…
La TrottinetteCrossing the street with caution as his maman coached from a few steps away.I am amazed at how early the little Paris children learn to ride and how they can make the scooters fly!zoom-zoom!Paris street75009, Paris…
la petite avec son papalittle girl with her fatherFrench girl? I am not sure as there are not many little girls in Paris with such beautiful blond locks.Perhaps it is Boucles d'Or*(*Goldilocks)Paris Metro75004, Paris…
Chaises de Café An inviting café sceneUnstack those chairs and let's have a cup...A nice café75012, Paris…
Veteran's Day - BeyondVeteran's DayChanging of the GuardTomb of the Unknown SoldierArlington CemeteryAs you know I rarely go "Beyond" but today is Veteran's Day, and it seemed appropriate to share a story. About a year ago I was fortunate to be selected as a Guardian for an Honor Flight. We accompanied over 100 World W…
Jardin du Luxembourg - la fille qui litJardin du Luxembourg-the girl who reads-In the midst of Sunday afternoon park activity, this young woman sat peacefully with her book (e-reader), oblivious to intrusions on her private world.May you have a peaceful and focused weekJardin du Luxembourg75006, Paris…
Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris - Saint DenisNotre DameA small section of the statues of Notre Dame featurespoor Saint Denis, a martred Bishop of the 3rd century, who carried his head through Paris after being decapitated.This is a section over the left portal of Notre Dame.bon dimancheCathédrale Notre Dame de Paris6 Parvis Notre DamePlace Jea…
Café MadameCafé MadameJust a leisurely café or petit-déjeuner among friends on a Sunday morning...Café Madame25, rue de Vaugirard75006, Paris…
Village Saint PaulVillage Saint PaulCafé chairs, an artist's display easel, bicycles, and a lamp.I am at a loss to place the man and just where he was standing in this photo of reflections.bon weekendVillage Saint Paul75004, Paris…
la Pleine LuneThe Full Moon over ParisI have seen the rising full moon a few times in Paris,and it always makes me realize how small the world is.I hope that you will have clear skies and can enjoy the full moon tonight. I will be watching it seven hours later than the Paris full moon from my city.If you miss th…
Sainte Geneviève des Bois - le cimetière russeSainte Geneviève des Boisa Russian CemeteryThe Russian Orthodox Cemetery is not highly regarded by the locals of this small town and many do not even know of its existence. I made the trip to see the tombstone of Rudolph Nureuev and found the carpet of fallen ginko leaves as a bonus. Wherever …
Des Chaises VertesGreen Café ChairsOne can take thousands of photos of café chairs in Paris without duplicating.This red and green combination made me want to stop to enjoy the setting.Paris caféRue de Turenne75003, Paris…
Le CentaureLe CentaureThis large bronze sculpture represents the mythical centaur with the body of a horse and the bust of a man. It was created in 1985 by the French artist César Baldaccini (called simply César) and sits in the small place Michel Debré at the intersection of Rue du Cherche-Midi and Rue de Sèv…
Cathédrale Notre Dame de ParisNotre DameA series of concentric iron circles...a scattering of candles.bon dimancheCathédrale Notre Dame de Paris6 Parvis Notre DamePlace Jean-Paul II75004, Paris…
