Bonjour!

Today I had a picnic under the Eiffel Tower after French class and Starbucks were taken care of. (I ordered my Starbucks in French-fully!) Our lunch was traditionally Parisian in nature-bread, brie, grapes, wine, the works. We had a great berry tart and macaroons as well. Quite decadent. I've learned a few things here though, especially in regards to eating:

French women, men, children, etc. are not fat. Ever. It's because of two things. First, to get anywhere in Paris, you must walk somewhere. Even if you are taking the Metro, the stations are extensive. Secondly, when French people eat, they eat nothing. Many have just a piece of bread and cheese for lunch. That on top of the walking means that skinny figures are in the making.

I've also learned that it is far cheaper to buy a decent bottle of red wine than a diet coke. All coke products are extremely expensive here, for reasons I don't understand. Coffee is espresso as well, and people bring their dogs EVERYWHERE. Restaurants, bars, in the street, on the metro, in the elevator...everywhere.

Tonight I'm heading to Normandy, where President Obama will be through the end of the weekend to celebrate the 65th anniversary of D-Day. It should be fun!

Au revoir!