So we started the day off a little bit hungover and tired, so we didn't really get started until about 2 pm. Pitiful, but a nice break from rushing.
The day started rainy, but cleared up by the time we headed out. We decided to seize the moment and go to the top of the Eiffel Tower. The lines were unbelievable (on a rainy Thursday in December!), so by the time we got to the top - one elevator change required - the sun was setting. Great views and a neat perspective.
By the time we headed down, the Tower was lit with the blue lights they are using this year (along with twelve huge yellow stars) to celebrate France holding the presidency of the European Union. I understand the thought, but I like the plain white lights better. Fortunately for me, the sparkly lights that go off every night for about 5 minutes every hour on the hour are still white.
Dinner was at the Cafe Central, across the street from the Cafe du Mars, and was excellent. Now we're on a roll. Having a great meal then walking home a couple of blocks to our apartment is truly civilized.
As we were getting ready for bed, Matthew turned off all the lights in the main room and climbed the stairs to a small balcony over the living room with a great view and waited for the twinkling lights on the Eiffel Tower to come on. He then summoned each of us from what we were doing to have a group hug at the top of the stairs and watch the light show. Wow.
Tomorrow, we start the museums. I expect that we'll get to the Louvre at least twice over the next few days, as well as the Orsay and a few of the others.
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