Wednesday morning we arrived in Paris. (Earlier than we had anticipated, lucky us.) We made it through customs and retrieved our luggage without any problems. But, because of the number of bags we carried, we had to switch taxis at the airport. Our first driver could not make all the bags fit and still leave room for us.
We arrived at our hotel located on the fringes of the Latin Quarter. We were too early to check in so we left our bags and went looking for breakfast. Even with the sun shining brightly, the weather was much cooler than we had expected. After our cafés, baguettes with jam, and croissants we went in search of warmer outerwear. We did not think we would be buying coats and sweaters in Paris, but my, they helped to keep us warm.
We spent a good portion of the morning just wandering the streets, taking pictures, and looking into the shops. We found our favorite crepe stand and enjoyed a delicious banana and Nutella crepe. We bought tickets for an afternoon boat tour along the Seine. It was lovely! The sun warmed us as we sat in the back of the boat enjoying the sights and trying not to fall asleep. Jet lag was hitting us!!
Instead of giving in and taking a nap, we went back to the hotel to freshen up. That did the trick. (But I just don’t know how to “neatly” take a shower without a shower curtain and not flood the bathroom!!!!) Nonetheless, we were rejuvenated and ready to head back down to the Latin Quarter. Jumping on the Metro, we walked along the cobblestone streets, found a quaint café where we enjoyed a glass of wine and watched people heading home.
Again we took to the streets in search of a restaurant which was serving outside along the sidewalks. We found a charming restaurant where we ordered mussels, bread, and wine. What a perfect end to a perfect day!!
The lack of sleep caught up to us and we returned to the hotel for an early night. Morning came too quickly, we were up and moving and eating breakfast by 7:00am, in order to catch a taxi ride to the airport.
Our flight was just a little late, (because we were shuttled from the jet way over to the plane) but no major difficulties. Flight was easy. (Another 6 hour flight) We arrived in Lagos at 4:30 local time. (5 hours ahead of EST)
And now Lagos, Nigeia…………
Thinking of you,
Chris and Dan
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