Vélib' Vendredi: the 10th

After our summer-like September, fall/winter is officially back in Paris, which meant that this entire week called for rain and cooler temps. So when I got called to sub for a class on Monday, and it wasn't raining, I decided to head out a little early for my weekly bike ride. {Of course, it rained on me by the end, and ended up being sunny toward the end of the week, but I guess I should be used to incompetent weather forecasters by now.}

Nuit Blanche

Nuit Blanche, "White Night", is an annual event, where numerous art installations are set up all over the city. Many buildings and bridges are lit for most of the night. Last year we were out of town during this weekend, so this year I wanted to be sure to hit up some of the sites, which started around 8pm and lasted into the wee hours of the morning. What a great view to start off the night, huh? Thanks Bobbie & Ray!

One Month, Four Goodbyes

This past month as been a sad one. We said goodbye to not one, not even two, but four different couples this month! This is an inevitable part of ex-pat life, but it doesn't make it any easier, especially when so many leave all at once!

Vélib' Vendredi: My 'Hood, the 15th

This week's ride took me through the lovely 15th arrondisement, also known as my neighborhood. We technically live in the 15th, but we're on the far edge of it, and while I often wander farther into the 15th for errands and shopping, I haven't thoroughly explored it like I should.