15.12.a - Why We All Love Paris: Find out how it changes yet stays the same

In this PAID le Bulletin you'll enjoy Paris from simple everyday life, to fashion discoveries, to favourite & new restaurants. Join us in exploring the Paris that changes yet stays the same

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Bonjour and welcome, new readers and familiar faces. It's great to have you here this week. Bienvenue. Thank you sincerely for being part of this journey. Your support, in all its forms, allows me to continue crafting 'le Bulletin', bringing you stories that connect us to the true essence of France, beyond the cliché.

Here’s what you’ll find today:

1. My discussion about ”Why We All Love Paris: Find Out How It Changes Yet Stays The Same” - Where tradition meets innovation in the City of Light.

2. This week, le Bulletin is What’s happening in MyFrenchLife Magazine -

3. Also, you’ll find the free newsletter ‘15.12 - Historical Paris Axis & Rural French Revelations: Two New Contributors Share Their Life-Changing Journeys →here.

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Judy - 22.3.2025

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1. Why We All Love Paris: Find out how it changes yet stays the same

I love France in so many different ways, and few of these are touristic. Although undoubtedly, I’ll admit that Paris is gobsmackingly beautiful, well, elegant is possibly a better word, from the colours to the architecture, to the parks, the galleries, the people, the clothing, and so much more… However, from time to time and in certain places, it can undoubtedly show its ugly side, like all large cities.

Image credit: The Paris Paette - Moriah Costs

As you’re aware I’m an incurably curious observer of people, places, and things: an informal anthropologist, if you like...or perhaps I’m just a “sticky beak”, but Paris suits me perfectly!

Others love Paris for the touristy bits, but that’s not me, except when la dame de fer peeps around a corner unexpectedly during the day or when twinking at night.

What I Love About Paris

Stop for a second. Think about Paris, not just the picture-perfect postcard version, but the living, breathing city that gets under your skin. I love how it changes yet stays the same. all the history, yet so much innovation!

Here's my personal list: