Sunday, May 14, 2023

Ducks in a row, Fondation Custodia, Buy me a Ko-Fi

 

Ducks 🦆 in a row

On Thursday, along the Seine


Beautiful Mallard ducks

The last thing you’d expect to see in Paris.

Yesterday was beautiful 

And this week was the week of the raincoat/ imperméable(l’imper for short)? 

It was rainy ☂️ all week until yesterday.

I bumped into more Mallards 🦆 

Yesterday at the Custodia exhibit of Dutch drawings

In the gallery, someone was fearless, drawing ✏️ on a very large piece of paper.

Another Dutch beauty - Perfect for Mother’s Day. I nearly forgot (in France it arrives June 4!).

This is by Alexandre Bruel (French). Today is the last day so run 🏃‍♂️ if you love drawings ✏️

On Thursday I had a coffee (café au lait ☕️) with S. at Berthillon. It was too early for ice cream (really?). 
I got to thinking 🤔 
I know some PBers don’t need Paris letters 💌 or a watercolor.
Perhaps you would like to buy me a Ko-Fi ☕️ (or a café au lait or an espresso)? 
*Any kind of coffee ☕️ will be much appreciated😊🙏❤️

🌸 Have a lovely day PBers & Bonne Jour de Mere 🌸


29 comments:

  1. Bonnie L6:37 AM

    I’m so glad you are getting great people weather rather than duckie weather. It’s fabulous how Parisians stream out to their cafés when the weather improves!

    ‘Buy me a coffee’ is a terrific idea, Carol. R & I wish we were there to have a coffee with you in person. This is the next best thing. 😘

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    1. Anonymous8:13 AM

      Thanks Bonnie,
      I wish you were too ☕️☕️☕️

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    2. Anonymous11:28 AM

      THANK YOU DEAR PBers❤️
      So kind!!
      *MY IPAD DIED THIS MORNING SO I AM LATE RESPONDING & OUT OF TOUCH WITH EVERYTHING 😳 till the replacement arrives in 1-2 days 👍 Stay Tuned Back in action SOON XXX ❤️💋😊 Carolg

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  2. Anonymous8:12 AM

    “Youve been serving up delight with my morning tea for years now. The least I can do is buy you a coffee ...and something wonderful to go with it.” M

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    1. Anonymous8:12 AM

      Thanks So Much M !

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  3. Anonymous8:16 AM

    Thanks for letting me go along on your walks. J

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    1. Anonymous8:17 AM

      And thank you J for coming along ❤️

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  4. Anonymous8:24 AM

    Loved the ducks!!
    Happy Mother’s Day
    Xx Anabel

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  5. Anonymous9:20 AM

    The exhibits at Fondation Custodia are among my favorites as I adore works on paper. The whole exhibit experience there is a pleasure.

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    1. Anonymous12:38 PM

      A lovely quiet place in Paris - unique !

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  6. Anonymous11:27 AM

    I would love to buy you coffees! You are absolutely right - I don't really need a watercolour but would definitely like to support you in this way as I love receiving your newsletter/blog.

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  7. Anonymous12:23 PM

    I've been trying to buy you a coffee. The payment won't go thru.

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    1. Anonymous12:41 PM

      I will try to find out more…I am brand new at this. Maybe by tomorrow 🙏
      Thanks for your patience ❤️

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  8. Why do we say "raining cats and dogs" when it's actually duck weather and should be raining ducks?

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    1. Anonymous12:41 PM

      I will do some research Suki I agree 👍

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    2. Anonymous1:38 PM

      The English-language idiom "raining cats and dogs" or "raining dogs and cats" is used to describe particularly heavy rain. It is of unknown etymology and is not necessarily related to the raining animals phenomenon. The phrase has been used at least since the 17th century. Wikipedia
      ????😳

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  9. Anonymous12:36 PM

    Love your posts and of course, everything Paris! Norman

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  10. Anonymous2:43 PM

    may I suggest Terres de Cafe at 14 Rue Rambuteau? Tiny with a glimpse of a little courtyard through the back door. Coffee fabulous and service friendly! A few little yellow tables in front. Pur favorite. You may already know the place. Enjoy your coffee anywhere! C.

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    1. Anonymous2:44 PM

      Ahh..i met one of the owners but have yet to visit. I will now 😊

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  11. Anonymous2:47 PM

    Love reading your blog. Makes me feel as if I am in Paris. I have shared it many times. Happy to buy you a few cups. Maybe you can meet JIll for coffee. Enjoy! Cheryl

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    1. Anonymous2:49 PM

      Thanks very much ❤️ I’m touched by your response. Carolg

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  12. Anonymous8:31 PM

    Your wonderful blog always brings Paris back to me. Helen

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  13. Anonymous1:05 AM

    Enjoy your coffee and pastry, perhaps at the cute little place over on Cherche Midi. What is it called?? Maman’s …..no that is not right?? Carolyn

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    1. Anonymous7:32 AM

      Mamie Gâteau & I’m meeting Sollithere for a birthday tea 🫖

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  14. Anonymous7:29 AM

    Your blog keeps us in touch with our favourite city, thank you so much Carol. Kate

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    1. Anonymous7:30 AM

      ❤️❤️❤️😊

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  15. Anonymous11:15 AM

    What about Patreon for your followers?

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  16. Anonymous11:16 AM

    Enjoy some coffee on me… or maybe you’d prefer something shiney!! Is the coffee option new?? I’m delighted to support your creativity - and all the happy memories you posts conjure up for me. Xxoo

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