Bookshop

A librairie on a Left Bank back street loaded with books from floor to ceiling.

Espresso moment

Good conversation and smooth espressos, best savored together. 

"Bonne Fête Maman!"

It's Mother's Day in France. (Don't forget to remind Papa to reserve a great table!)

Two churches

The Basilica of Sacré Coeur towers over Notre Dame de Lorette in the foreground.

Kids' art

A Montmartre stairway covered in children's art. The first rain will wash it away.

Corner theater

Partial façade of an elegant old theater on a back street of the 2nd arrondissement.

Left Bank kiosque

It's early and a kiosk bulges with newspapers and magazines.