Paris is always a good idea.

I may not have given myself very much spare time off of work in the US, to prepare for my big move (spoiler alert: I packed the day before my flight) BUT I made sure that I flew into France early enough to give myself some time in my favorite city before moving to Lille.  I still had no idea where I was going to live in Lille when I arrived in France.  However, arriving early really played to my benefit!

During my time studying abroad in Paris between 2012-2013, I met a lot of amazing people.  I still keep in touch with most of these friends through various forms of social media.  My friend, Shakka, kindly offered to meet me at the airport when I arrived in Paris!  (And thank GOODNESS because you should have seen me wobbling around the airport toting two suitcases that are my size.)  Shakka also very graciously hosted me for my first 10 days in Paris before I moved to Lille.   It was amazing to get to spend some time in Paris and catch up with friends!

I’m very excited to live in Lille, but Paris will always have a special place in my heart.  Good thing it’s only an hour train-ride away right!?  😛  Over my 10 days in Paris, I got to be a tourist again and revisit some of my favorite places.  I also got to visit several new ones!  ( New bars that is! haha!)