After a delightful Christmas Eve in front of a fireplace w/ smoked salmon, oysters, fruit, cheese, foie gras, and homemade cookies, we slept well. During the night, Santa Claus visited, leaving us tickets to Disneyland Paris, about 30 minutes away. We'll go tomorrow.
We strolled down to Notre-Dame, then along the Seine and Louvre -- many of the museums were open today. The sidewalks were busy with people -- families with young kids; couples young and old; individuals mingling with others. Lots of "Joyeaux Noel" and "Bonnes Fetes" with smiles and nods of heads. Mulled wine and chestnuts at street corners, and lights, lights, lights. The air is cool and crisp today but pleasant enough for walking with sunshine. Staff people at outdoor cafes with heaters on were busy serving wine, tea, snacks; some souvenir shops were open as well.
After the 3-hour walk, we caught the metro back to our apartment to fix some Christmas dinner and catch up with family via Skype.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas.
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