When the metro dropped us off at the stop for Sacred Heart, we happened to be conveniently right next to the Moulin Rouge. Good photo opportunity. A brisk walk uphill took us to painters square. These French people love … Continued
What’s a visit to Paris without a visit to Jim Morrison’s grave? The metro dropped us off right by the cemetery, but locating him inside was a little challenging. The map was very helpful. They have put barriers up … Continued
Let me first say that we could not decide on the title of this post and spent several minutes finding the right word to describe the stairs. More on that later. It is ever clear that The Lord is with … Continued
Today’s destination was a short day trip to Versailles. We decided to drive ourselves. First time we had seen the car in two days, so good to know it was still there, Driving out of Paris was confusing, but we did it. … Continued
First let me say we have the Metro down pat now and it is really helpful in this city. So tonight we started back at the Louvre (Wednesdays it stays open until 9:30) and there were fewer people but more … Continued
Wow, where do I start?!? Not only is the Louvre filled with the most beautiful art in the world, the buildings themselves are incredible! To say its big is an understatement. Its 652,300 square feet. You could spend all day … Continued
Tammy LOVES this little Fiat we got. It was a great decision NOT to get the car until the day we leave Amsterdam. No parking or rental cost for three days and we took public transit so no issues. Drive down … Continued
Had a great today at the Rijksmuseum!! I so loved being able watch Tammy as she looked at everything. It was so wonderful. We go there early and the line was short. When we left just after lunch time it … Continued
Holland was once the home of Rembrandt and Van Gogh, so the museums here are great. We spent the morning at the Rijks Museum. This museum’s claim to fame is a Rembrandt titled “The Night Watch”. It took my … Continued
So many beautiful sights like this. This is the main train station, or Central Station. Beautiful building. In my defense to the previous post………..yes, I reached a point last night where about halfway through that beer, I … Continued