Hi everyone! I hope you all had a good week. Glad to hear those in Northern America are finally enjoying some spring weather!
Today is a major election day in France. After voting very early this morning, Seb and I walked to the Père Lachaise cemetery. I'd never been there, which is a shame, as I've now realized it's only half an hour's walk from our flat.
The early hour and people being busy with their citizens' duties made for an unusually quiet place. The Père Lachaise is one of the most visited sights in Paris - this morning, however it was almost empty. The traffic noise did not reach this haven - all we could hear were the birds singing. (The tourists started to arrive as we were leaving, around noon...)
Today is a major election day in France. After voting very early this morning, Seb and I walked to the Père Lachaise cemetery. I'd never been there, which is a shame, as I've now realized it's only half an hour's walk from our flat.
The early hour and people being busy with their citizens' duties made for an unusually quiet place. The Père Lachaise is one of the most visited sights in Paris - this morning, however it was almost empty. The traffic noise did not reach this haven - all we could hear were the birds singing. (The tourists started to arrive as we were leaving, around noon...)
I just wanted to share with you some of my favourite moments in this lovely morning.
This lane appeared as a natural nave,
with the trees meeting above our heads as a vault.
I couldn't go to the Père Lachaise and miss her...
Chiselled alabaster flowers
A few natural beauties
(I miss having flowers so much!)
Chocolat, the cat of the place
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This lane appeared as a natural nave,
with the trees meeting above our heads as a vault.
I couldn't go to the Père Lachaise and miss her...
Chiselled alabaster flowers
A few natural beauties
(I miss having flowers so much!)
Chocolat, the cat of the place
You can find more pictures in my album (which is finally up to date, more or less!).
~*~
I shan't be online most of next week (which unfortunately does not mean I'll be on holidays)... This means I'll be missing out on all your blogs! I'll be back soon, though. I promise. 
The boutique remains open; I'll ship any new order next Friday. I added a new section dear to my heart this week - baby treats! To make some room for those, there's a sale on the purses. (Etsy is down right now, but should be back up within minutes!)
Thanks again to those of you who have been kind enough to trust me and place a few orders! It's been such a pleasure - it's been a wonderful experience for me.
After lots of hand-sewing, I'm almost done with my Vogue dress, to my delight. It is turning out very pretty, and I've absolutely loved making that dress. (I think I'll miss working on it!) All it needs now is finishing the inside belt, making the outside belt, and hemming, but I'll do that when I'm back.
The boutique remains open; I'll ship any new order next Friday. I added a new section dear to my heart this week - baby treats! To make some room for those, there's a sale on the purses. (Etsy is down right now, but should be back up within minutes!)
Thanks again to those of you who have been kind enough to trust me and place a few orders! It's been such a pleasure - it's been a wonderful experience for me.
After lots of hand-sewing, I'm almost done with my Vogue dress, to my delight. It is turning out very pretty, and I've absolutely loved making that dress. (I think I'll miss working on it!) All it needs now is finishing the inside belt, making the outside belt, and hemming, but I'll do that when I'm back.
Now to go watch the first election results...
Have a lovely week, everyone!
19 comments:
Isabelle, those are just gorgeous pictures my friend :) WOW, almost like being there :) Thank you for sharing :)
Have a lovely week :)
(((hugs)))
I love the pictures! Can't wait to see your dress finished:)
Love the photos, Isabelle! Those greeny leafy trees meeting overhead ... aaahhhhh.
I also love Maria Callas. Unfortunatly, I'm the only one in this household who does....
I hope your busy week goes well. Take care and remember we'll be thinking of you!
Thank you for sharing those beautiful pictures! A big hug from Portugal!
Gorgeous pictures Isabelle, thank you for sharing them :)
Have a wonderful week, take care and don't work too hard! {{{hugs}}}
I'm glad you had such an enjoyable morning, thanks for sharing the lovely pictures.
I hope your week goes well with whatever you are busy doing, and I'm looking forward to seeing updated photo's of your dress.
Sue
Thanks for sharing the photos. They are beautiful!
Lovely pictures! Sounds like you had a restful day and weekend!
:)
Looks like you had a beautiful day to go for a walk.
Thank you so much for your wonderful pictures Isabelle. They bring back such wonderful memories of our visit to Paris & the Pere Lachaise.
Take good care of yourself this coming week. Don't work too hard. Will be sending good vibes your way.
{{{hugs}}}
The trees are gorgeous! Beautiful, leafy green trees! Thanks for the fanstastic photos!
Good luck this week whatever you have to do. Nature is indeed beautiful everywhere... Ann.
Gorgeous photo's Isabelle, thanks for sharing. I hope you get through the week as smoothly as possible.
What beautiful photos and such a jem in the middle of Paris. It's finally spring and the weather is beautiful. I love the city in the spring, every thing is brighter and everyone seems happier. It's almost as if they've come out of their hybernation. Have a wonderful week.
What a lovely sight! Thank you for sharing your photos. I'm glad that you and Seb had a wonderful day in the sunshine. Enjoy your week, even if it's not a holiday. :)
Beautiful photos Isabelle, made me feel like I was on that walk with you.
Oh, what a beautiful place, Isabelle... thanks for sharing your morning with us... the piccys capture the moment perfectly! :-)
Can't wait to see your progress on your Vogue dress...
{{{Hugs}}}
Beautiful pictures Isabelle. They really capture the tranquility.
I for one will gladly vouch for your trustworthyness and for you talent after my Esty boutique purchase! :D
Great photos of your walk, it looks a very serene place.
I'm looking forward to seeing your finished dress and glad for you the Etsy shop is going well :-)
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