 I just love stopping at Angelina's in the heart of Paris on Rue de Rivoli for a cup of rich hot chocolate. From the moment I walk in, the store flirts with me, all dressed up just waiting for me to notice. The glass cases sparkle, the gold leaf banisters beckon me to touch them. It is a huge tourist draw but you can't miss it and the lunch menu is quite delicious.      Dan and I snuck away while the kids were at school. It's a special place to bring your someone special. We had a delicious lunch and ended it with hot chocolate. It is thick and looks like a melted chocolate bar. Fresh cream finishes it off.   Dan and I continued our conversation. We discussed some important issues about our family, our future, some changes that we feel stirring inside of us until............ a lovely French Mother and daughter sat next to us. I could not help but notice how beautiful their relationship was to watch. They were so happy to be together, they leaned in to hear each other, they reached across the table and held each others hands while talking as if was the most natural thing to do, the Mother stroked her daughters cheek from time to time; they were the only two in the restaurant. I felt honored to witness this love affair play out next to me. Dan looked at me, I looked at him and started crying........."I miss my Mom", I said.  I had a quiet cry right there in Angelina's. Dan, wiping my tears. Ah, that felt good. I took a deep breath, "put my big girl panties on" and continued on. What a blessing that I have a Mother whom I love with all my heart and long to spend time with. I love you past love Mom!    CommentsTue, 09 Mar 2010 02:42:06 Gina, That's so sweet. I get to visit my mom at the end of the month and I can't wait. When I walk in their house (not my childhood home) I just feel the weight slip off my shoulders. But I have the same relationship with my daughter now. We truly enjoy our time together. Yesterday we were babysitting a niece's baby and I pushed the stroller up to the high school to meet her. We walked to the coffee shop then home together. Love the photo of you and fabulous scarf! Ruth Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:32:02 Gina, my Mom's 82nd birthday is later this month and I love her past love as well. Nothing like that in the whole world. No one and I mean NO ONE loves you like your mom does. My daughter (17 and surly) still tells me she loves me 3, 4, 5 times a day. It makes the worst day the best every time. kerrilynn Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:48:55 Oh Gina you look so beauitful and the goodies look so goooood.oh man can't wait to try all of them yummy.well you and your mom have a good relationship and love being together and being loud remember how loud we all get.aunt diane won't be able to write cause the key board will be all wet from her tears in missing you.I miss you too.love those pastery's Aunt Rita Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:59 Oh Gina, Dan Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:47:15 Gina, that was very special and thanks for capturing the love of a Mom and Daughter. It was very unique! Don't worry, you and your Mom will see each other soon! Thanks Rita, Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:26:41 The hot coco looks to die for. Yummy! How nice to be able to sneak away. I wish my husbands office wasn't 30 minutes to an hour away. I would love to sneak out for lunch with him. Someday when all my kidlets are in school. Leave a Reply |  AuthorGina Johnson  ArchivesJuly 2010 CategoriesAll |
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