Today was a long one, but so good. To begin with, we had theories class this morning, but Matt and I 'unfortunately' missed it because we were assigned kitchen duty. We helped clean up breakfast stuff, washed dishes, and then stuffed tortillas with Maggie for our enchilada dinner this evening. It was a relaxing way to start the day...especially since we had control of the ipod.
Our day trip was to the palace of Versailles. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but both the building and the gardens were extraordinary. I guess the only background I had was the little I remember from the movie Marie Antoinette...but I mostly remember the costumes. We were able to walk through most of the palace, including the king and queen's chambers as well as the newly renovated 'hall of mirrors'. My favorite part was the outside fountains...especially the famous Apollo. It was crazy to think only a few priveleged people occupied and got to enjoy the whole place back in the day. Of course our walk through the lawn included an ice cream and caffe creme!
A front view:
Inside hallway:
Hall of mirrors:
Overview of the gardens:
Apollo:
After returning to Honfluer and eating dinner, we set out to find a karaoke bar. However, the one place we did find was pretty sketch so instead we met two brothers from Quebec and went out for drinks :)
Currently listening to: In my Head by Your Vegas
Au Revoir!
xoxo
Caitlin
caitlinboyd72@gmail.com
Looks like another day of extreme coolness! Hope you had a blast. What is that kid in the red shirt doing behind you in the Versaille courtyard?! Luvs!!!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun day! Carly and I are going "Out for Drinks" tonight and it feels like you should be with us! But I'm sure you are having way more fun than we will! =)
ReplyDeleteOolk, i'm stil dilsexic! Versailless has an 'S'. I just gave it two to make up for my error!
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos. I aspire to wear red and kick up my heels on such a grand stage some day. I'm happy to know you are helping out with chores(a mom's thing) while controling the ipod of course. Love your postings! Love you even more!! lil' mama
ReplyDeleteCAITLIN! I am so jealous that you saw Versailles! I studied French Architecture in an Art History class for about three months in college, and Versailles is definitly on my list of things to see! I'm so glad you are doing well, and just so you know I have been reading all about your travels! I was very excited to see a new one today...sometimes I get a little bored at home with Avery Jayne. : ) Keep having a great time!
ReplyDeleteCaitlin, What an awesome experience you are having. I took French in high school because I wanted to go to France but alas, I have still not made it and unless a lot of Portuguese speaking people move to France and we plant a church there, I may never get there! But since becoming a board memberof the Hisportic Christian Mission, I've been to Atlanta, Orlando/Daytona Beach area of Florida and will be going to Houston this fall. Hopefully we'll get to go to Galveston as well. It's really close. But back to you. Keep enjoying your time and soak in all that culture. I wouldn't mind a post card or two if you have time to buy them for me. I collect post cards. It's a way of living vicariously through other people. LOL. You are in my prayers.
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