Postcard from Paris


A quick photo taken from in front of our hotel. 24 hours plus of travel mean we're ready for dinner and an early night. The weather is drizzly but not too cold. 

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  1. Bonsoir dear Lorrie.
    No photo showing - but so glad you made it safely.
    Yes rest up and then you'll be fresh and ready to see so much tomorrow - after all there is SO MUCH to view and love in beautiful Paris.

    Hope the drizzle is soon over.
    Love, Mary

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  2. Have a wonderful trip.
    Meredith

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  3. There you are! Hope that you wake to sunshine!

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  4. Have a lovely time.

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  5. Bonnes vacances, Lorrie!

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  6. Thrilled to hear you arrived safely. Hopefully the weather will pick up a little.

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  7. It's Paris, it doesn't matter if it rains or not ! Have a wonderful time .

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  8. Anonymous7:47 PM

    Hope you wake up refreshed and ready to go!

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  9. Oh, you lucky lady! Can't wait to hear more!!!

    Jane

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  10. Hope you are having a great time!

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