I had entered the gateway to the old world. Only fitting that it should be Paris. With it's Arc of Triumph begging me to march through it and claim my conquest! Paris; the ancient city of Love and a vacation dream destination. Paris; King of Troy. Paris; the wealthy Count and suitor to Juliet. Paris; the center of France. The city lives up to its reputation. It is a tapestry of natural beauty, delicious cuisine & wine, ethnicity, live music, hot women, top-notch cheeses, theatre, little dogs, urban heat, friendships; and yes, the occasional snobbery. 'Cuz they rule! I was overwhelmed in the awesomeness. I required sleep the first day so I walked out into the streets that evening. Everything was lit up - The musician students were out blowing flutes, tubas and trumpets. Mixing it
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