Samedi

It started cold and overcast but cleared up a bit in the afternoon. I went to Château de Vincennes, in the eastern suburbs of Paris. It’s a medieval chateau/fortress and there is a reason why it’s not on the “A List” of tourist destinations. Upon returning to centre ville, I walked to Jardin de Luxembourg, as did thousands of Parisians, to enjoy a few moments of sunshine and warmth. The former, and latter, were fleeting. 

What a wonderful dinner at Au Port du Salut, in the quartier. It’s a tiny restaurant and featured wonderful live music, with levels appropriate for such a small space. He sang French music with a few American songs, with a southern accent; he is French. When he sang La Vie en Rose, I had to dry my eyes.