I'm leaving for Paris in ten days! I haven't done much planning or preparation. I have been paying more attention during French time with my preschool class. I can say the date, what the weather is like, and farm animals. I can also sing Puff the Magic Dragon. I'm sure the Parisians will love it. I've also been reading "The Sweet Life in Paris" by David Lebovitz.
Lebovitz is an American pastry chef who moved to Paris a number of years ago and has never moved back. We know he can cook as he is the author of numerous delicious cookbooks, but his latest book shows that he can also tell a great story. "The Sweet Life…" is a fun and easy read which has prepared me for all sorts of absurd happenings. Here are some things I will do in Paris:
-I will make sure to have exact change everywhere I go…according to Lebovitz not even the bank will have change for me!
-I will stand practically on top of the person in front of me in line so that no sneaky Parisians are able to squeeze by.
-I will watch where I walk because people don't clean up after their dogs.
-I will refrain from carrying a huge water bottle around town. Not only does it scream "American!" but there aren't many public bathrooms in Paris.
-I will walk everywhere.
-I will eat lots of chocolate, cheese, bread, and wine.
-I will be very happy.
Not only is the book chock full of hilarious stories, but Lebovitz also tosses in a few recipes at the end of each chapter. What better way to prepare for France than to cook some French food! Stay tuned...
1 comment:
Wow - Paris sounds like quite a city (although boo hiss to not having a water bottle - whats wrong with being properly hydrated, especially around all of that wine!)
HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!
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