Arrival Day

I am so glad that the longer flight was the first over the Atlantic.  The second flight was just a quick up and down and we were here.  I gave the children sleepy medicine which helped them relax.  Sleeping on a plane is not like sleeping in a bed but it hopefully gives you enough rest that you can function.... functioning worked for 3 of us but not for the other two.  Luckily we had arranged for a taxi to take us to the apartment (thanks Bob!)  that was able to fit 5 people, 5 suitcases (various sizes) and 5 carry-on backpacks.  Yes, there was an organized line for taxis but we just walked up to our person and we were on way.  I was not expecting that one hour later we would be at our apartment - Paris is much bigger than anyone lets on. 

Our apartment is a two bedroom with a sleeper sofa - the kitchen is more of a kitchenette.  It was fun to see the questioning faces of the children - isn't there another room?  Why is the toilet separate from the rest of the bathroom - wait! Where is the other bathroom?  Gotta love the kids without filters.  The best part is the towel bar that warms the towels - can't wait to take a shower to give it a try.

The two non-functioning of us took a nap while the rest of us watched Scooby Doo.  It was very strange to watch the children laugh at a show that they did not understand a word of what was being said. 

After nap time we ventured out for crepes..... I found a crepe place in the Frommers Guide that was highly recommended.  I also highly recommend Creperie Josselin (14e)after our delicious meal there.  The place was hopping.   They pull the tables together and then when a party leaves they just pull the table out and the people walk around to leave.  Each child was greeted by the friendly chefs in the kitchen and they awkwardly replied with their repetitive French.   We sampled chocolate and whipped cream, andoille sausage, egg ham cheese, and sausage with spinach crepes.  They were each amazing in their own way - the hard cider on the side was a great way to enter into the foodie world of Paris.

Now that the sun has gone to bed - it is time to try and get my overly tired children to rest their eyes for a few hours.  One is already resting them pretty solidly.  I even gave instructions for what to do if they wake up before everyone else... now to see who that is.....