Sunday 14th September was two special days in one and Pippa was happy to share the spotlight with her brother – or should I say, James was happy to share it with Pippa and the Eiffel Tower.
We were dedicating the entire day to visiting the Eiffel Tower but it was also James’ birthday and he was celebrating by going to the top of one of the most recognised landmarks in the world!
How to get to the Eiffel Tower from our apartment? Well, we just wandered down the end of our street, hopped on the batobus and leisurely made our way along the Seine. Pippa, James and Patrick thought that in itself was fabulous!
The majestic magnificence of the grand structure close up impressed each one of us. Along with the millions of tourists who visit it we also marvelled at its granduer. Of course there was no stopping Pippa going right to the top and taking in every view. We picnicked on the lawn at the base, walked around to the other side of the pond for the obligatory photos and rode on the carousel. Patrick bargained with the souvenir hawkers, but it was James that came home with something like 26 Eiffel Towers – I still can’t work out how!!! We took in every experience possible for Pippa to enjoy the Eiffel Tower. Her dream come true!
It was a very special day. We didn’t rush but just took our time enjoying every moment and at the end we had a birthday dinner for James.
Pippa Rea 