A Lovely Weekend in Paris

I had a lovely weekend last weekend, with Maudie and Rachel. We strolled through Paris and ate lots of delicious goodies, and explored new areas (at least new to me) of the 5e arrondissement. 

Tarte Citron (and the best one in Paris I may add)

My time in Paris is winding down, only two and a half short weeks left. I can hardly believe the time has passed by so quickly, there is still so much I want to do. I fall more in love with the city everyday (I am layering on the cheese, I know). 

I am off to London tomorrow for the weekend, I will share my adventures next week! 

Cinque Terre, Italy

I spent last weekend in Cinque Terre, Italy. It was so beautiful, at every turn there was something that took my breath away. I am so grateful to have been able to go. It was nice to have a break from the Paris smells of smoke and urine. It was full of many graztis and pregos, and laughter. 

Taken by the wonderful Maude

Maude

Pisa & Pizza

Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre 

The Via Dell'Amore 

Manarola, Cinque Terre

Maude

Maude and me on the trail

Vernazza, Cinque Terre

The BEST gelato in the world

The Ferry

Monterosso, Cinque Terre

Four days after returning to Paris, a huge storm hit Cinque Terre and completely destroyed both Vernazza and Monterosso.  I am so relieved to have made it back safely, and also grateful to have seen these beautiful towns before they were washed away. My prayers are with those who were there and who's families, homes, and livelihoods were destroyed in the flood. 

La Tour Eiffel

Two weekends ago, some friends and I made it up to the Eiffel Tower. I finally was able to get somewhat of a grasp on the layout of the city.  It was amazing, and well worth the 669 stairs.

 Then we had falafel for lunch, it is most definitely my new favorite food. Yum!

 It was an amazing weekend. I am loving every minute in Paris and I am so grateful for the wonderful friends I have here!