WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2008

Erwin went to the market for what is probably our last full marketing spree. We made need a thing or two later.

In the afternoon, we went to look at another rental apartment, this one being about six or eight blocks north of the Bastille on rue St. Sébastien. It was on the first floor (American first floor) up a set of rather dingy stairs. We were surprised when we entered to find a lovely newly renovated one bedroom apartment. There was a b rand new kitchen designed by the owner because he likes to cook, a very practical living area, and separate (?) bedroom that can be closed off by sliding panels. See the pictures below.

A bit smaller than the one we are in now, but the space is much better utilized. We would definitely consider this for a rental in the future. We are always on the lookout for apartments in different parts of the city. This one is only a block or two away from the Marais. The kitchen and eating area are especially nice, much better than here.

After the apartment-viewing, we went back to the place de la Bastille for a libation and an hour or so of people-watching. Back to the apartment for dinner and then out again for more café-sitting, this time at our favorite, the Café Européen opposite the gare de Lyon. Life is tough!