I knew I had to have the perfect photo for this challenge somewhere. As I quickly glanced through my unorganized photos to begin my search for an image, I had to stop and stare at this mural shot one more time just because I love it.
Then again, maybe it was the feeling I had during our stroll thru that particular part of Paris. The brilliant architecture of the Pompidou Center, the Stravinsky Fountain (which I totally regret not walking through) and St. Merri Church- not to mention the 7 & 70 year old tap dancer street performers, the vividly dressed clown smoking cigarettes and making balloon hats for kids, and the smell of fresh crepes…yes, maybe it was just that sensory overload I loved when I first saw the mural. But again, I couldn’t just pass by the photograph, I had to stop and stare at this mural shot…one…more…time.
And for the first time, I noticed Constance! My husband’s brother’s Parisian girlfriend, who so graciously took us on our daily adventures thru the city. In such a crowded area, how did she find that small, unpopulated nook? I never noticed her in the photo staring up at the 5-story tall mural. I bet she’s seen it a thousand times (even though it was just painted in 2011).
Before we got to France she told me she was super excited to take us into the city everyday and rediscover its magic. I never did ask her if she accomplished that goal, but judging by this photograph… I think she did. A lovely solitary moment.
Constance & the Mural
into the mystic 