Hi Dave, and why yes ! I consider being unsure some what of a perk of being here. As in I get to rediscover all that. And she does probably wear big boots that woman. Glad re. good lyme day, they should have 50 day prizes! Thanks again for reading.
These are wonderful photos, Susanna. Timeless. The woman's shoes in the first picture are from the early 1900s—as are her earrings, I think—but she also looks so completely modern. I love how alive you are to everything around you, and I also love that you're sharing it all with us!
Aw, thanks for reading and the kind words, Stephanie. I thought she was magnificent, and yeah, it all look like real vintage. I should have asked her if she had a store at the brocante... I have friends who would love find out where to get that entire ensemble.
Another delightful read! But somehow I get the feeling that Susanna isn't completely sure about Susanna. You know, of course, my friend, that it matters not one whit what you wear or if you're jolie-laide or simply jolie (I think the later, but what do I know?).
So wear those clunky boots when you feel like it and keep harvesting images.
Great choice for monochrome!
Dave
PS: This is Good Lyme Day-in-a-row no. 46 and I've just met a jolie lady. Wish us well!
Really enjoying your missives from Paris - merci!! And as the daughter of a German mother with years of overseas living, this phrase really resonated with me! “He was neither and both, the beautiful fate of all expats.” Truer words were never spoken!
LOVED all your photos! Magnifique! And your commentary.
Your reminiscences about your father's German/English, when you remarked on him purposely then "pronouncing all the syllables in vacuum", reminded me of the dialog in Barbara Kingsolver's, I believe it's The Bean Trees, her father, the doctor, pronouncing every syllable in Latin words, the way I was taught in high school too, the way (they think) the Romans spoke it. Vacuum = "wa-cu-um"!
Thanks so much Pete. And you nailed it that's EXACTLY how he said vacuum. So funny. And Dad of course learned Latin as a kid, as one did then, so he'd throw Latin phrases around every once in a while just to stir the pot.
You have a point! I think when I’m trying to get it more than a specific place like Paris is being in a different place Which I think shapes more how you see things than what you see. Thanks so much for reading and for commenting!
To be honest, the people you photographed could fit in just as well in Berlin, London, NYC, and of course Brooklyn, etc... Finding yourself is not based on physical location, the clothes you wear, what you eat, what you do , etc... Finding yourself is based upon (__________________). <fill in the blank>
Thanks for taking me for a walk down the delightful streets of Paris - and how I adore the individuality of those that live there. It is an absolute joy to see the city through your eyes and live vicariously through them until I visit once again!
Hi Susanna I love reading about your experiences in Paris. My sister and I have this dream of living there for at least six months now that we’re both retired but for now I will live vicariously through you. Thank you for sharing your story.
I love all of your posts! I was a big fan of your former column and missed it when you stopped so I am delighted to have you back in my “email lbox life.” The photos are wonderful and your self deprecating humor is charming. Thank you!
Hi Dave, and why yes ! I consider being unsure some what of a perk of being here. As in I get to rediscover all that. And she does probably wear big boots that woman. Glad re. good lyme day, they should have 50 day prizes! Thanks again for reading.
These are wonderful photos, Susanna. Timeless. The woman's shoes in the first picture are from the early 1900s—as are her earrings, I think—but she also looks so completely modern. I love how alive you are to everything around you, and I also love that you're sharing it all with us!
Aw, thanks for reading and the kind words, Stephanie. I thought she was magnificent, and yeah, it all look like real vintage. I should have asked her if she had a store at the brocante... I have friends who would love find out where to get that entire ensemble.
Susanna, Tout a l’air naturel à travers des yeux neufs,
Eddy
Merci beaucoup Eddy. Je suis d'accord. J'ai l'impression de voir avec de nouveaux yeux.
Ah, Susanna, Flaneur! J’aimerais être toi
Eddy
That brocade coat on M. Dennis! Wonderful. I loved each of these portraits.
Thanks so much Carissa
Another delightful read! But somehow I get the feeling that Susanna isn't completely sure about Susanna. You know, of course, my friend, that it matters not one whit what you wear or if you're jolie-laide or simply jolie (I think the later, but what do I know?).
So wear those clunky boots when you feel like it and keep harvesting images.
Great choice for monochrome!
Dave
PS: This is Good Lyme Day-in-a-row no. 46 and I've just met a jolie lady. Wish us well!
Really enjoying your missives from Paris - merci!! And as the daughter of a German mother with years of overseas living, this phrase really resonated with me! “He was neither and both, the beautiful fate of all expats.” Truer words were never spoken!
Aw, thanks so much Carol.
LOVED all your photos! Magnifique! And your commentary.
Your reminiscences about your father's German/English, when you remarked on him purposely then "pronouncing all the syllables in vacuum", reminded me of the dialog in Barbara Kingsolver's, I believe it's The Bean Trees, her father, the doctor, pronouncing every syllable in Latin words, the way I was taught in high school too, the way (they think) the Romans spoke it. Vacuum = "wa-cu-um"!
Thanks so much Pete. And you nailed it that's EXACTLY how he said vacuum. So funny. And Dad of course learned Latin as a kid, as one did then, so he'd throw Latin phrases around every once in a while just to stir the pot.
Love these photos (and captions!) -- The Savage Girl seems to have bright red sensible shoes for her long day in the classroom.
Savage, stylish and practical! ha.
I love this! The writing is fantastic as always, and the pics are incredible!
Aw, thanks so much, Aaron. I'm just going to walk and walk and take photos. It's another way to see. xx
Ah yes...those shoes in the first pic!!!!!
What IS it that constitutes Parisienne chic?
Is it supreme self-confidence combined with unerring taste?
I know, it's a mazing. I watch like a Margaret Mead of fashion
"The Margaret Mead of fashion"
Love it! Enjoy!
Hey, S.S., who knew that your pictures would be as terrific as your writing? Nga and I are totally charmed.
Oh, thanks to you both! (Hi Nga!). I'm so thrilled that you're reading and that you like the photos too.
You have a point! I think when I’m trying to get it more than a specific place like Paris is being in a different place Which I think shapes more how you see things than what you see. Thanks so much for reading and for commenting!
To be honest, the people you photographed could fit in just as well in Berlin, London, NYC, and of course Brooklyn, etc... Finding yourself is not based on physical location, the clothes you wear, what you eat, what you do , etc... Finding yourself is based upon (__________________). <fill in the blank>
Thanks for taking me for a walk down the delightful streets of Paris - and how I adore the individuality of those that live there. It is an absolute joy to see the city through your eyes and live vicariously through them until I visit once again!
Hi Susanna I love reading about your experiences in Paris. My sister and I have this dream of living there for at least six months now that we’re both retired but for now I will live vicariously through you. Thank you for sharing your story.
I love all of your posts! I was a big fan of your former column and missed it when you stopped so I am delighted to have you back in my “email lbox life.” The photos are wonderful and your self deprecating humor is charming. Thank you!