03.06.09
Sailboats in the Tuileries
On a cold winter day, with the wind whipping through the Tuileries Gardens, we bundle up and take a walk. Many of the trees are stripped of their usual foliage, and the crowds are thinned by the season and the weather. But even in these imperfect conditions, one can hardly resist the opportunity to rent a wooden sailboat to float in the fountain. Memories of the children chasing their toy boats with sticks around this vast pond inspires the desire to recreate the atmosphere. Spring will be here soon, and all will begin to change. As the warm sun beats down, the chairs, benches, paths and walkways of the Tuileries will overflow once again. For me, I hope to find a spot by the pond to watch the children with their sailboats. With so many options to fill your days in Paris, sometimes it’s nice to have a quiet moment to reflect on the simplest pleasures.