What a beautiful share of simple life things. I mean being so sick it’s not a simple life thing but what I mean it’s the sharing of such moments that makes us human and gives this community a special place where so may times we just loose ourselves in a intangible world. Thank you for giving me the pleasure of being with you in this difficult but joyful ending moment. Your writing is very expressive.
Thank you Tino… such a lovely comment. I am not alone in wondering about these types of shares, so thank you for reminding me that we ALL like the connections created by simply being human. ❤️
Im so sorry you’ve been so sick. Yuck. I’m 100% certified a baby man when I’m sick. Thank for Yuri handles Sonia and lets me be miserable in bed. Everyone here around us has been sick. Somehow it has yet to hit us. Needless to say I’m being so careful with hand washing but let’s see what happens when Sonia returns to school Monday and the super spreading starts. I may walk around with a mask for the next two months even at home.
Get better soon my friend. The best part about being sick is feeling better.
Aw, I’m glad you are better! The medical care in France is amazing, isn’t it? My husband developed a cough while we were in Paris earlier this month and after a quick consultation at the pharmacy around the corner was given three meds that helped immediately. If this kind of thing was available in the US we’d likely have a lot fewer ER visits, I think.
During that trip my son and I had a drink (well, a coffee for me, a spritz for him) at that cafe at the end of rue de Commerce - the one just across from the church. It was a chilly afternoon and so warm inside - we sat next to the window and talked while watching people walk by. As the afternoon went on the cafe (bistro?) filled up with what I guessed were local residents - older people (well, older than me, so I would guess in the 70-80 range) having coffees, chocolat chaud, etc. As these people came in the waiter had a kind word or a joke for each. The hour or so my son and I spent in this little cozy haven was one of my favorite memories of this trip; I just love that (your) neighborhood.
I am just back from lunch at that bistro (A La Tour Eiffel) with my daughter who arrived at 1pm from NYC and announced she was hungry. She’s been eating there since she was 9 months old - me, since I was 10 years old. Emwe love that place.
I would love to meet you for apéros I. March. Yes!!
Ahh, dearest Zabie, I too have been down for the count…Oy vey…still v v much in the down position, lights out for now—going to try and go back to sleep. So glad to know you’re on the mend. Much love to you ♥️
Thanks Sacha… I am feeling MUCH better! One day you can get a house call too! I’m not a big “go to the Dr” person at all, but… we all have our limits. I hit mine.
The SOS service is remarkable, and they offer English speaking Drs here:
I especially felt the warmth in how you frame them as reminders that we're held, even when things feel uncertain.
It's a beautiful way to start the year: not with grand plans, but with open eyes for the small miracles already here.
Grateful for Letters From Paris and for this post that feels like a cup of tea shared across the distance.
May your 2026 continue to sparkle with these little blessings—and may we all keep our hearts tuned to spot them.
You've got a reader here, savoring the light you bring. 🤍✨
What a beautiful share of simple life things. I mean being so sick it’s not a simple life thing but what I mean it’s the sharing of such moments that makes us human and gives this community a special place where so may times we just loose ourselves in a intangible world. Thank you for giving me the pleasure of being with you in this difficult but joyful ending moment. Your writing is very expressive.
Tino
Thank you Tino… such a lovely comment. I am not alone in wondering about these types of shares, so thank you for reminding me that we ALL like the connections created by simply being human. ❤️
Im so sorry you’ve been so sick. Yuck. I’m 100% certified a baby man when I’m sick. Thank for Yuri handles Sonia and lets me be miserable in bed. Everyone here around us has been sick. Somehow it has yet to hit us. Needless to say I’m being so careful with hand washing but let’s see what happens when Sonia returns to school Monday and the super spreading starts. I may walk around with a mask for the next two months even at home.
Get better soon my friend. The best part about being sick is feeling better.
Thank you Rich! I am much better today. Had lunch with family & friends. But it was nearly 2 weeks of laying low.
Onwards and upwards!
Take care Rich, maybe you can avoid it! 🤞🏻
Good god, how miserable! And yet, an upside. Happy to hear you’re on the mend!
It’s all good from here on out!
Aw, I’m glad you are better! The medical care in France is amazing, isn’t it? My husband developed a cough while we were in Paris earlier this month and after a quick consultation at the pharmacy around the corner was given three meds that helped immediately. If this kind of thing was available in the US we’d likely have a lot fewer ER visits, I think.
During that trip my son and I had a drink (well, a coffee for me, a spritz for him) at that cafe at the end of rue de Commerce - the one just across from the church. It was a chilly afternoon and so warm inside - we sat next to the window and talked while watching people walk by. As the afternoon went on the cafe (bistro?) filled up with what I guessed were local residents - older people (well, older than me, so I would guess in the 70-80 range) having coffees, chocolat chaud, etc. As these people came in the waiter had a kind word or a joke for each. The hour or so my son and I spent in this little cozy haven was one of my favorite memories of this trip; I just love that (your) neighborhood.
I’m back in March - maybe an apéro then?
I am just back from lunch at that bistro (A La Tour Eiffel) with my daughter who arrived at 1pm from NYC and announced she was hungry. She’s been eating there since she was 9 months old - me, since I was 10 years old. Emwe love that place.
I would love to meet you for apéros I. March. Yes!!
How awful for you but thank goodness for the SOS service. I’m glad you are feeling a little better. 💜
Thanks Tina… but it’s not as bad as it could have been (Covid) and I am feeling pretty good. :) ❤️
Ahh, dearest Zabie, I too have been down for the count…Oy vey…still v v much in the down position, lights out for now—going to try and go back to sleep. So glad to know you’re on the mend. Much love to you ♥️
Get well Deborah! I’m much better… hi my eyes are still pretty red, at least I don’t look like a mad white lab rat!
Happiest of New Years to you. May this new one bring you closer to your hearts desire then ever before ❤️
Ditto♥️🙏
I’m sorry, what a dreadful flu! What a marvelous doctor! I love your description. Great writing, thank you for the journey. Feel better soon!
Thank you Christina. The difference between yesterday and today is truly remarkable!
Oh goodness that sounds miserable! I’m so glad you were able to get a house call (amazing!) and are feeling better.
Thanks Sacha… I am feeling MUCH better! One day you can get a house call too! I’m not a big “go to the Dr” person at all, but… we all have our limits. I hit mine.
The SOS service is remarkable, and they offer English speaking Drs here:
https://www.sosmedecins.fr/en-gb/sos-medecins-home-visits
A good to know resource for sure. More than one houseguest has used the service over the past 10 years. Truly incredible.