City Daily Photo - Theme Day - La RevolutionCity Daily PhotoTheme DayOn the first day of each month the photographers who participate daily with photos of their city (or adopted city) post a photo along a selected theme. This month is "revolution," and I chose to consider the revolutions in wheels.This woman is riding a Velib, which is the p…
Le zinc barZinc BarThe old cozy bars of Parisprovide a glimpse into the past.Old bars, new friends...Pre aux ClercsRue Jacob75006, Paris…
Jardinières avec des fleurs rougesWindow boxes On the second floor of this building in the Maraisthe bleeding heart flowers and masses of red bloomsfirst caught my eye.The giant thermometer which could be read from the street was a fascination.46, rue de Poitou75003, Paris…
un Jardin -- Château de ChenonceauChenonceauAt the edge of the Cher river,this Chenonceau formal gardenoffers a carpet of flowers punctuated withurns and shrubs.The castle grounds are a maze ofbeautifully orchestrated plansChâteau de Chenonceau37150, Chenonceau …
Fabien Breuvart - Images et PortraitsHow fortunate we were to meet Fabien Breuvart (with the glasses)who I featured previously here I have visited him twice since, audaciously delivering a photo of himthat I took (see previous post). Beyond the talent is his passionfor his art and for social issues and an incredible sense of humorFa…
Église Saint Pierre - ChartresÉglise Saint PierreSaint-Pierre Church in Chartres is not as well known as the Cathedral of our Lady of Chartres, but this 13th Century church is a Gothic masterpiece with some windows surviving from the 14th Century. bon dimancheÉglise Saint Pierrerue Pétion28000, Chartres…
Hôtel de Sully - le jardinIn the orangerie of Hôtel de Sullyyou will find this ornate stone lattice against a backdrop of green....Green, in the spring, but...a rich mix of reds and oranges in the fallHôtel de Sully48, rue Saint Antoine75004, Paris…
Une porte de ParisPatches, paint, patina...the old door has seen many passthrough its portalsthe stories it could tellbon weekendUne porte de Parisrue de Bretagne75003, Paris…
Quai de BourbonA View along the SeineThe narrow strip is shared with the treesshowing the new leaves of spring.A single flaneur has the space to himself...Quai de Bourbon from Pont Marie75004, Paris…
Merci - la cantineThe lower floor of Merci in the Maraishas a charming restaurant called La Cantine.It is one of three at MerciYou feel as if you are in a country courtyard, far from the busy boulevard BeaumarchaisLa Cantine at Merci111, boulevard Beaumarchais75003, Paris…
Les premiers rayons de soleil printaniersThe first rays of sun each spring...a dry windless day, morning sunshine, the green chair of the garden,and the warmth soaking to the skinDo I detect a smile of contentment?Jardin du Palais Royal75001, Paris…
Trop de pigeons!Too Many Pigeons!I wonder if she had been reading a book or a newspaper rather than playing with her phoneif she would have noticed the green shrubs,the purple iris, the roses, and...the overabundance of pigeons!Jardin du Palais Royal75001, Paris…
Église Protestante Luthérienne Saint-JeanProtestant Lutheran Church Saint-JeanSitting on rue de Grenelle with a lovely garden, a brisk walker might even pass it by.In the spring the emerging green leaves and subtle shadowsbring life to a redwood, a birch, a sycamore, and a lime.It looks like a storybook scene.bon dimancheÉglise Protestante…
Marché aux FleursMarché aux FleursFlowers or herbs,gardening tools and baskets,trees and ornamentals.On Sundays it becomes a flower and a bird market (le Marché aux Oiseaux)You may also find rabbits and designer chickens!Place Louis-Lépine75004, Paris…
Parc du Champ de MarsOn the great lawn in front of La Tour Eiffel one can walk, play, picnic, and loungeon the grass, at least in the spring and summer.bon weekendParc du Champ de Mars75007, Paris…
un printemps à ParisOh, la Tour Eiffel with her crinolines of pink,fully dressed for springLa Tour Eiffel75007, Paris…
Une Allée d'Arbresan alley of treesLoire ValleyThis long walk through the trees leads to the Château de Chenonceauand its magnificent gardensYou can visit three or four castlesin the Loire Valley on an easy day tripout of ParisChâteau de Chenonceau37150, Chenonceau, France…
Roi Charles épagneulKing Charles SpanielThe Parisians dote on their dogs, no matter the size.This King Charles was outfitted with a fleece lined rain-cape for the intermittent showers of spring.I have seen small dogs and large, the biggest... a Great Dane on rue de Richelieu!48, rue d'Auteuil75016, Paris…
Place des Vosges - les enfantsPlace des VosgesWarmer weather means more time with friendsPlace des Vosges75004, Paris…
Église Saint-Nicholas du ChardonnetÉglise Saint-Nicholas du ChardonnetIn the early winter years of visiting this churchI found it dark and uninteresting.A bright warm day showed its interior to better advantage.bon dimancheÉglise Saint-Nicholas du Chardonnet23, rue des Bernardins75005, Paris…
Eric KayserEric KayserThere are so many amazing pastries in Paris, but this boulangerie/pâtisserie is a favorite.For many years my daughter and I stayed just around the corner and could smell the baguette ovens from our beds in the early morning hours. Eric Kayser's orignal store is here on rue Monge, and if …
Une belle matinée de printemps - Parc de BercyParc de Bercya fine spring morningOnly a light breeze put the ripples on this bassin,while the ducks added concentric circleslike artists with brushes on a canvasbon week-endParc de Bercy75012, Paris…
le Lapin AgileLe Lapin Agile"the agile rabbit"A famous Montmartre cabaret, this charming place was once called Cabaret des Assassins.Covered in ivy from early spring it sits just opposite the Montmartre vineyards on its steep hill.Although I have never been inside, my camera has probably clicked a thousand photos…
La cour de Petit PalaisThe courtyard of Petit PalaisThe trapezoid shape of Petit Palais forms an open area at the center of the building. The enclosed area creates a semicircular, peristyle courtyard. The elegant courtyard is considered Beaux Arts style for the “symmetrical composition” and “rich decoration in high rel…
Les Portes de Parc MonceauThe Gates of Parc MonceauGabriel Davioud (1824-1881) was given the job of creating the monumental entrances for this quiet park on boulevard de Courcelleswith the imposing gilded wrought iron gates.The details have been meticulously maintained, and reflect the afternoon sun.Parc de Monceau35, boulev…
le bateau rougethe (big) red boatLe Batofar (bateau-phare)This big red boat has a story:Le Batofar ignited the "night club on boat" trend in Paris. This lighthouse boat (in French bateau-phare) offers an original setting on the bank of the Seine in the 13ième. It is known for its progressive musical programming w…
le jour de PâquesEaster DayThe angelic, plaintiff expressionseemed perfect for this Day.joyeuse PâquesÉglise Saint-Jean de Montmartre19, rue des Abbesses75018, Paris…
Des Oeufs de PâquesPaper maché Easter eggs,in three sizes, with as many as 30 "palets" inside.I had one as a child,an old one from my grandmother,filled with candy and straw grassmiam-miamrue Montorgueil75002, Paris…
petits chocolates de PâquesAll the chocolate shops, bakeries, and pâtisseries have their "designs of the season"In addition to rabbits and chocolate eggs you may find chocolate fishand other creative expressions of Easter,spring and delicious chocolate.bon weekendJeff de Bruges75005, Paris…
Le Parc de BercyLe Parc de BercyLa Maison du JardinageIn late March one can only see the slightest promise of a spring and summer. The old vines cling to the house season after season, and the new growth comes to life in verdant green.La Maison du JardinageLe Parc de Bercy75012, ParisMétro Bercy ou Métro Cour St. …
