I wonder if the Parisians ever tire of looking at this prodigious structure that screams "Paris"?  I read somewhere recently that stated "shortly after the Eiffel Tower was constructed, there were talks of tearing it down because the French thought it unattractive." Can you imagine Paris without the Eiffel Tower?  There is a sweet little park near the Eiffel Tower that the kids and I enjoyed this beautiful March day. The sun never felt so good. As we walked into the park, there was an elderly lady sitting in her wheelchair; her neck bent back, her face looking straight up into the blue sky, getting kissed by the sun. I thought to myself "that is me in 40 years".  The kids enjoyed the park...........   I enjoyed snapping photo's and sitting on this bench that had an amazing view. I don't believe I will ever tire of this..........come on......  It seems most every park in Paris has pony rides, merry go rounds, and cotton candy stands. It's absolutely fabulous. This park did not disappoint and the kids had a twirl on the merry go round. They were given a little stick which they tried capturing a small ring. It was hilarious watching them; mouths wide open, tongues curled to one side, eyes closed half the time trying to capture the illusive ring.   Max was the official winner with five rings. He was so proud and was talking about it on the way home. Sophie finally said "Max, can you please stop talking about it, you are making me sad". Max looked at me and we shook our heads.......really Sophie???!  CommentsDebra P. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:32:46 G, I have read about these parks . . .I want to take my children there. Hopefully, they will still be children when we get there! So glad you are happy and settled. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:37:27 woops!! that went a little fast...Wow I do envy you and that is a fact!!! your children are so beautiful...Imagine as a child playing in a park like that!! so many opportunities for them...awesome beyond!!! Keep on keeping on..your blog is wonderful Dan (Husband) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:43:48 I'm so glad you and kids had a great time today - beautifully clear day! Wow! I love the pictures of the kids and glad you got out and enjoyed the environment! Hey!, you need to teach Max and Sophie how to use your camera so there are some pictures of YOU on your blog as well! Nana Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:53:04 Sophie you are a piece of work, you should be glad you have Max, mommie had an uncle Tim, who would have rubbed your nose in it for the rest of your life. Nana Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:56:50 Just read son-in-law, right, give the camera over Gina.People would love to see you. keyo Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:44:41 Yes gina Shelly Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:36:41 I vote for pictures of Gina too! Teach the kids to use the camera. Laura Schmidt Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:44:28 Dan (husband) is 110% right. I would love to see pictures of Gina enjoying Paris too. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:48:47 Gina, I just read a book you would probably enjoy called "Eiffel's Tower" that tell all about the construction and the thoughts of the French as it went up. It isn't boring. It intermingles with other happenings of the time. The original plan was to leave the tower up for 20 years so they could recoup so money on it. aunt sally Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:13:33 amen dan!! i can hardly wait for this chapter to unfold!! say cheese gina! Leave a Reply |  AuthorGina Johnson  ArchivesJuly 2010 CategoriesAll |
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