Arrived in Paris

May 11, 2019 — Day 2 (Saturday)

We boarded and flew for eleven-plus hours. Dinner was okay. Some of breakfast was okay but the outstanding moment of the flight was a Fudgsicle handout. They were great. Super crew; smooth flight. My bag came off early but Ed’s was nearly last. Then we called our shuttle and he picked us up as a rogue cab driver was trying to fleece a young couple. As we passed them, I quietly suggested they use a standard cab at the taxi rank. I hope they did. We drove to our apartment as I called and messaged back and forth with Alex, the manager. It all worked out.

We’re moved in and the rain has stopped. We walked up to La Fontaine Restaurant near Place de la Contrascarpe for dinner. Considering the weather, we ate inside. The 14 euro menu advertised outside became a 19 euro menu (weekend) and the 19 didn’t look as good as the 14 but we were tired so stayed and got it. Probably the worst meal we’ve had in Paris . . . ever! Tasteless salmon and sea bream duo with rice and overcooked vegetables. Literally no flavor at all . . . The bread was cardboard. The saving grace was the ice cream that was delicious. They were very friendly though . . .

After supper we walked in the rain to St. Medard for Mass. It will be our church for the month. Nice organ and friendly folk. During the offering we noticed you can make your offering by credit card. They actually have a credit card basket. After Mass we walked home hoping for sleep . . . lots of sleep . . .