Linda Mathieu's experiences living as an American expat in France
I made a visit to the Atelier des Lumières, an incredible immersive art show in an old foundry. It uses 140 video projectors and covers the high walls and floor with images. It’s like being inside a painting, this time by Cezanne. It’s fantastic.
They may be artificial but there are decorative flowers all over Paris. They are great draws for Instagrammers.
I plan to get back to the fabulous department store, Galleries Lafayette, when their Christmas decorations are up, probably in November, but it was great to see it undecorated as decorations aren’t really needed with the lovely glass dome.
Of course it is world wide known of the death of Queen Elizabeth at the age of 96, the same age my mother died. Her life was one of service and I think it wasn’t an easy one even with all of the luxury she lived in. Anyway, I went to the British Embassy as I saw there was a small display there for her. There were five reporters with their news cameras in front.
It’s a pleasure to walk around various areas of Paris or just look at the view from my apartment. It seems strange not to get into a car to go anywhere although I do find myself walking a lot more, which is a good thing.