Our final day in Paris was spent together, apart and together again. We made our way to the Montmartre area with a few stops along the way. We really have been spoiled with touring on less crowded days. Today was Saturday and the crowds began early.

The artist area up top was interesting to walk around. I enjoyed seeing the variety of art expressed by the artists. The crowds were too much for the kids so we found refuge in a church courtyard. Randy on the other hand enjoyed being amongst the crowds and artists. After lunch he wanted to return to the artist square and the kids decided to join him. See ya, I was off to find adventure in different parts of the city for a few hours.

They found a sinking house optical illusion near a nifty pink car, a bakery on a corner, a windmill, one of Van Gogh’s hangouts, and a craft brewery spot for an afternoon sip.

I found broken down metros(#1), Arc de Triumphe, and a long walk to the Jardins du Trocadero across from the Eiffel.

I wanted to see a library so I ventured to The American Library in Paris. Guess what, it was private, therefore not allowing me or any guest to enter (#2). I walked and walked and could not find a place I wanted to grab lunch (#3). I finally opted for a small grocery store with hot rotisserie chicken and potatoes, a baguette, freshly squeezed OJ, and wooden cutlery for 7 Euros. I managed to find a bench to rest upon in the shade while I ate and people watched.  My last stop before I headed to the hotel for luggage was the Chateau of Vincennes where I saw sheep. Despite spending just about 365 days 24/7 with my family I missed them today, especially during my 3 frustrations. On the train home we saw fields and fields of yellow rapeseed.