Sun-filled days were somewhat few and far between in early March. So when they arrived, I tried to take advantage of them as much as possible.
On one such day I met up with my new friend Ana in the Opéra/Pyramides/Palais Royal area. We had lunch at my favorite noodle bowl restaurant, Sapporo, and then walked to see another favorite - les colonnes de Buren - black and white columns of all heights scattered throughout the courtyard at Palais Royal! We were also able to see the new Comédie Française building that has had this area under wraps for months (much to my chagrin!) As we walked towards the fountain, there was a decidedly fresh aroma wafting in the air - Spring!!! I'm usually so congested from the effects of seasonal allergies at home that I don't think I have ever smelled "Spring" in the air before - it was lovely! We continued to walk to the Tuileries where we sat and talked and soaked in the sunshine. We eventually wandered back towards the Opéra area and ended up at Gare St. Lazare where we parted ways...what a nice afternoon!
La Comédie Française
Ana on a pedestal...
Even taller...
Love these columns!
Not quite in full bloom...
But getting there!
The fountain - I love the water features in these parks/gardens!
A dog taking himself for a walk...
Street artist and his work...
When I asked if I could take his picture next to his work, he said,
"Yes - How about I stand next to the police who are kicking me out of this area?" Tag!
I can't wait for more sun-filled Spring days!
Paris is, after all...
The City of Light ♥
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