(Tuesay, April 22nd) Our original intent was to visit the Musee d'Orsay but upon seeing the lines, we revised our plans, heading instead to the playground at the Tuilleries. Next we walked a few blocks to see Place Vendome and the beautiful Opera Garnier before heading home for Spencer's nap.
With Grandpa to babysit, Grandma and I decided to check out the Parisian department stores, Les Galeries Lafayette and Printemps. Each store had three separate buildings to house all their wares. With all the lovely things to choose from, it was difficult to make a selection but I finally found a birthday gift for my mom, a tea cup designed by Guy Degrenne. The young lady who wrapped up my purchase must have been new because her superior insisted on putting her in her place at every possible opportunity. The way she requested payment, the way she wrapped the package - nothing was up to the older store clerk's standards. It was uncomfortable to watch this young woman being dressed down by her boss. Hazing apparently must be a part of French culture.
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