Ngila had been keen to go to the tropical aquarium and then the nocturnal program at the zoo that we visited a few days back. So, after lunch she and Grandad left Grandma at home nursing her knees which were protesting the day before.
The aquarium turned out to be quite small but beautifully maintained.
There were a series of tanks around the walls with brightly coloured fish and interesting sea creatures. There was also a display of crocodiles including an albino.
In another room were some huge murals and interesting seats that folded into the floor.
We went home to have supper with grandma and at that point we ran out of steam and just watched a movie until bed time.
Today we began with a more optimistic plan that began with a hot air balloon ride. Over night the temperature had dropped to a pleasant low 20's. And the wind had picked up. So, no balloon ride.
But hey this merry troupe just carried on in the hope of lunch at some point. We wandered the west end of Paris riding the Metro and walking.
We ended up by the Bois de Boulogne where we dined well before going to the Musee de Marmottan. Set in a beautiful town house, this small museum holds the world's largest collection of Monets. Bonus on this visit was a temporary show of the works of Pissaro, Sheelagh's favourite Impressionist.
From there we strolled through part of the Bois before catching a Metro back home. Delyth, re your email, Sheelagh is stretched out on the couch right now with ice packs on both knees.
Great news! Dorian is coming for a quick visit tonight. He is even giving up a visit to the new Tim Hortons in Glasgow to come and see his niece and aged parents.
No comments:
Post a Comment