Day 12 - Au Revoir

Today has come way too fast!  I never thought I could have so much fun on a virtual/fantasy tour. Thank you for coming along with me and enjoying the trip that was suppose to be.  If we had so much fun on our virtual tour, think how much fun we will enjoy when we are actually there.

So as I wrap everything up, just let me tell you how our last night in Paris ended.

As we sat there at Angelina's, there was a table of three young French men sitting next to our table.  They were so enthralled with our conversation and of course our American accents.  One of the young men men walked up to our table and introduced himself and his two other friends.  They live in Lyon and work for a bank.  They had caught the train to Paris that morning.  They were even on the same train as we were.  Their names were Gabriel, Raphael and Alexandre.  Becca told them that she lived in Lyon as well.  To find out, they live in the same area.

The young men had been learning English for the past year.  They wanted to know if they could sit with us and practice their English.  Three young looking guys!  How could we say no?  We found out that they are roommates and work at the same bank. They were in Paris for the weekend!

About an hour later, they said that they were going to a music venue that played jazz music, and wanted to know if we would like to go.  We all looked at each other and said that it was our last night in Paris.  Let's go and enjoy it!

We got a taxi to "Jazz Cafe Montparnasse.  It is located on the legendary Left Bank, near Montparnasse Tower.  This mythical jazz venue in Paris has over 30 years of history.  When we arrived we found a table for our group of "13".  We ordered wine, prosecco and champagne.  The music was fabulous!  There was a young lady who sang and sounded just like Norah Jones.

It was a great way to end our evening.  We said good-bye to our new friends and wished them well. They got Becca's number.  So hopefully, they will call her.

Morning came early.  Jackie, Erin and I had a 12:30 pm flight to Dulles Airport and then to our destinations.  The others were flying out around 3:30 pm to Dallas. We should all arrive at our homes by 8:30 that evening.  Everyone had a great time!  THE END!

Becca, thank you for all that you did to put this trip together.  We do look forward to when we all can come together and can actually experience these places.

Also, everyone, thank you for allowing me to fantasize this trip.  In the meantime, I will continue to practice my French.

Au Revoir!  A Bientot!  (Goodbye, See you Soon!)

My virtual cigarette!  What happens in France, stays in France!