Back to dreaming of Paris!

OK, so I failed miserably in keeping this blog! LOL! But, I just spent an hour hopping blogs and web sites with hotels and tours in Paris, so I am getting my grove on again. I wish I could just win the lottery and then price would not even factor in....but alas, I have not, so price is a motivator. Is anyone out there still on board to join me in this adventure? I know Moly has been keeping a Pennies for Paris bank (as have I) but so far I think everyone else has abandoned this venture. Now that Jenna is pregnant with my 3rd grandchild (something I did not factor in last year when dreaming this adventure up)we may have tweek the travel date a bit....but since we still haven't set a date, guess that is ok!

Hot Monday in Texas

...and don't you wish it was a cool spring day in Paris? We can gaze at this marvelous picture I found and pretend we are 4,926 miles away in Paris (yes, this is the actual mileage - I searched it online!)What should we have for lunch in our daydream? Let's pretend we are at a sidewalk cafe eating salad, soup and their amazing bread...I can almost smell the chocolate almond croissants baking in the oven for dessert! Have a wonderful day in La La Land!

I just thought I would share from the Red Shed blog what their October trip will entail. I am cutting and pasting pieces:

October 14th – 21st, 2010

Join the Red Shed Girls for the trip of a lifetime to Provence, France! You will find the perfect combination of Shopping, Sightseeing, Enlightenment, and Relaxation. Here are some of the fabulous experiences we have in store for you!
You will stay in the beautiful town of Aix-en-Provence. This exquisite town is a lovely mix of modern and historical. Beautiful architecture, picturesque statues, and stone fountains are mingled with modern convenience. We scoured the city and found the perfect hotel, fun and chic, everything you deserve!
Shop the unbelievable vintage, flower and spice markets of Aix-en-Provence, just steps from our hotel. Vintage Linens, French porcelains and pottery, lavender soaps and sachets, mingle with vintage books, jewelry and furniture. Prices are exceptional!
Immerse yourself in French culture as we participate in a cooking class in in a magnificent French Chateau visited by King Louis XIV (the sun king). We will eat what we prepare for lunch with wine, bien sur, included..
Surrounded by heart stopping beauty and waterfalls, we will visit the “island city” of L'Isle sur la Sorgue. Described as the “one place to visit outside of Paris”, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is surrounded by water and home to fabulous and famous flea markets and vintage shopping.
You will also tour the picturesque seaside Mediterranean village of Cassis. Take a short boat ride to view the city, perched directly over the the azure Mediterranean. This heart thumping destination will leave you breathless!
You will savor an exclusive “interiors” tour of sublime mas (Provençal farmhouses) and townhouses. Visit private homes that look like they are straight out of a magazine spread!
Could you ask for more? There is more! Surprises and secrets! Are you up for it?
This wonderful tour will also include:
Daily services of our lovely private guide, who is a French speaking, Provence local. She is also a wine and vintage shopping expert! Jill may take us where no guide has gone before!
Transfers from the Marseille airport to our Hotel in Aix-en-Provence.
Seven days and six nights at a deluxe hotel in Aix-en-Provence.
Daily breakfast tasting experience, including two gourmet champagne breakfasts.
One lunch included with your cooking glass.
Two fabulous group dinners.
Transportation to all of our group tours and flea market shopping.
And of course, The Red Shed Girls, to make sure that you are comfortable AND have a good time!
Price $2980.00 per person, double occupancy, Includes all of the above. (we can find you a roommate if you are traveling by yourself).
Call 817-310-6006 for details.
Does not include airfare or mandatory travel insurance.

I love Paris!

What do you guys think of wearing this on the plane to Paris next spring? I guess that would create quite a stir, maybe we shouldn't! I must admit I do daydream about going to Paris and have started my "Pennies for Paris" fund in the hopes that our dream does become a reality. Life is so short, we need something to look forward to and that something should be WONDERFUL...like springtime in Paris.

Pardon My French!

Here is the link to the Vintage Finds from the Red Shed's recent Paris trip! Been too busy today to play on the internet, so this is all I have to share!

http://redshedonline.com/category_5/Vintage-French-Finds.htm

Inspiration!!

Out shopping today I found this tray at Ross (my favorite store)and thought it would make a great inspiration piece for our trip to Paris!! Now everytime someone joins me for coffee I will serve them on my Paris tray!!! Oooh La La!!!

Maison des Lilas

Hey guys....I am out looking for blogs with a french flavor so we can learn as much as we can about the sites and such that we would like to experience. Here is a link to one I found today (http://maisondeslilas.blogspot.com) Remember, this is your blog, too....so make some comments!!!