The small neighborhood park next to an eglise has been under construction since 2006. It was uprooted - along with a memorial to Gen. Charles de Gaulle - to create an underground parking garage. While this children's playground appears finished, the photo below indicates construction is still underway. Completion is expected by June.
What a wonderful thing to see Europe embracing America again, first at the G20 in London; now at the NATO summit in Strasbourg! But it made me smile to read that New York bankers were less enthusiastic after their meeting with President Obama.
Time to travel
Anyone who lives in a big city knows that no matter how beautiful or exciting the city, every three months or so, you need a break. After being home nearly four months without travel - even missing my usual side trips to London - it is time to get out of town.
So I'm off for some peace and sunshine elsewhere in France. Back soon, with photos and perhaps an adventure or two to report. Hope you're enjoying your own sunshine-filled weekend, wherever you are!
P.S. If you haven't seen the film Once, rent it! It's very sweet, not least because of this song.
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I saw Once right after a breakup and it was so painful I came away thinking it was a terrible movie. Now I must try it again. Free! I'm Free!
Posted by: Chris | 09 April 2009 at 06:05
I love that song, too.
Posted by: Relyn | 07 April 2009 at 04:39
Bon Voyage, Tara!
Posted by: dutchbaby | 05 April 2009 at 17:25
Hope you have a great time.
Posted by: Anna R | 05 April 2009 at 16:39
Oh yes, I know that feeling. Travel safe and have fun!
xo
Posted by: Christina | 05 April 2009 at 05:09
I'm popping over via Dancing Doc.
I love all your wonderful photography!
Posted by: willow | 05 April 2009 at 04:20
I forgot....Obama is really walking the walk. I'm so proud to wave my magic flag!
;)
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 05 April 2009 at 04:15
Tara go forth and explore baby! I hope you have a thrilling, adventurous time.
I can't wait to see what you post about...I'm sure France is tres beautiful this time of year!
"Once" has been on my must-see list...now I'll be renting it tomorrow.
The song makes me lumpy, for some reason. You know, lump-in-the-throat. It struck a chord with me. Yikes, I've got to go buy the soundtrack now too!
xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 05 April 2009 at 04:14
Enjoy!! Happy that I will be able to vicariously join you where ever you end up.
Posted by: stephanie | 05 April 2009 at 01:24
Have a lovely lovely time!! xoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | 05 April 2009 at 01:15
You have been one busy lady Tara. Enjoy and relax. XXOO
Posted by: Tammy | 05 April 2009 at 01:01
Travel safe and have a lovely time. Looking forward to reading about them.
xo
Posted by: Di | 04 April 2009 at 22:05
Have an adventure and bring it back to us! Love your posts...looking for some eccentric and romantic pics...best, s
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Posted by: Sharon Stockwell | 04 April 2009 at 20:50
Bon Voyage mon ami.
I did it on Babelfish :(
Posted by: Di Overton | 04 April 2009 at 17:12
The Universe works in very mysterious ways. Earlier this very morning, I was thinking about this movie, trying to remember the name of it, wanting to rent it again. I was going to google up Oscar winning songs & find it that way, but no, you just happen to have it on your mind, and I just happened to stop by. I just love it when that happens. :)
Posted by: debi | 04 April 2009 at 16:43