War, Paris, Injured, Pastries - not your typical week

Life can be funny. 

Thinking back over the last 6 days, I have gone from one extreme to the other. One day after work we're 'playing war', the next day we're carrying real wounded soldiers off the airplane, and then before I realize it  - I'm in France dining on perfect pastries and surrounded by beauty.

Its overwhelming and incredible all at the same time, and its such a gift. Here is a week in photos.  

Playing 'war' includes hassling the female iraqi's (aka: co-workers) to make sure they are not carrying bombs or weapons. I tried to have a 'MEAN FACE' on for the photo, but it ended up looking like I ate something sour.  The 'HAPPY FACE' photo is better (and more authentic since I'm always smiling). Could you imagine having to wear the blue birka? My girlfriend Michelle was so hot and miserable in this outfit.



Due to certain 'events' at work, I almost didn't get to go to Paris on 9/11. Instead of going back to work late at night, I agreed to 'Mow the PARK SIZED lawn' at work instead as a form of 'trade'. Please note that I have NEVER mowed the lawn before, and yes- it sucked. Totally worth it though. YAY - I'm Paris bound!!

  
 

Remember this outfit from Strausbourg France?



And it was inspired by this French Mime?

The inspiration continues!



Hello Paris! And thank you to the patient co-workers who played along with my request to take my picture PAPPARAZZI STYLE.

I found my DREAM apartment in the Passy District

While in Paris I strolled all day and looked at art pieces and prints near the Louvre. I purchased souveniers and enjoyed the gorgeous fashion at Printemps. Thanks Gawgus Things for the shopping tip! What an amazing mall - even if I did have to pay 3.50e ($6) to use the restroom. Yes - you read that correctly. $6.



Pigged out on enjoyed BEAUTIFUL PASTRIES. This one had a butter cookie bottom with raspberry jam baked over the top. I ate the stawberry greens and they were delicious too. Who knew?

I came home and found Mr. C had sent me my new favorite perfume and perfect shade of Lancome Juicy Tubes. Awwwww! What a thoughtful gift. Isn't he the greatest?!!

Phew - what a week. So what is my next adventure? Catch up with blogging!!! Fifi's adventures are way overdue as is my photos from Rome. I will be visiting blogs this weekend to catch up and say hi.

As of today I have a new camera card reader, but now my camera is on it's last leg. Between ebay and traveling - it is def time for a new camera. Any suggestions? I'm looking for something small so I can keep it in my purse and not look like a tourist - all while taking amazing  photographs.



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