Post Three: Parisian Men

It has finally come to the time when I must talk of what girls all over the world want to hear about: Parisian Men.

The men here leave their apartments in tailored jackets that make their shoulders look broad and their jawlines strong; their necks are adorned with complementary scarves and they generally smell very good. They all have dark hair and dark eyes, and a distinguished French nose which I haven't the time to search for words to describe for those who do not understand what that means. You never see sweats here; save Americans who do not take the time to find a nice outfit to wear. I'm probably infatuated with the men because they are not American men; similar to how some Europeans wish to be in America because it is not Europe. They are kind, and are quite contrary to the idea of what Parisian men are made out to be by Pepe LePeu and other stereotypes (FYI); except for when they walk away from you because you don't understand them. :)

Sorry, it's cheesy, I know.

The past few days have been pretty whirlwind-ish, although yesterday stuck out as a much more relaxed day. Instead of going out with a group of students that were really excited to shove as much into the day as possible, my roommate Rachel and I went out to the FNAC with Professor Lohse. We stopped by Les Halles for lunch at a great place right by the Centre Georges Pompidou; I had my first French tarte-quiche. C'etait magnifique! We chatted and then aimlessly wandered around; it was completely low-stress, which I wholly appreciated. Then we stopped back at Saint Eustache, a beautiful church in the area that has so many pillars, the interior of the church resembles a stone forest. I have many pictures of that church - for those who are interested in seeing them later.

We ended up going to Pere Lachaise: closed due to snow and ice.
We went to Montmartre, where we eventually found Sacre Coeur amongst the windy, narrow streets of the arrondissement.

It was a busy day. I'm worn-out from all of the traveling so I am staying in today to do homework and relax. We plan on going to the Eiffel Tower today but, because of the snow, I am not sure if we are going to be able to. Time shall tell.

Alors, I must go now. I've spent much time on the Internet, updating and e-mailing. Please continue sending me e-mails if you like; I love receiving word from home. I miss you all!