Antoine and Maxime loved visiting their parisian haunts, such as the Jardin de Luxembourg and the little News Café next door where we often had lunch. I didn't manage to see the new museum at Quai Branly, maybe next time.

The following week was dominated by Soccer, or "le foot." France won against Brazil, then Portugal for a shot at the title - "Allez les bleus!" The euphoria in the cities is palpable and the kids are learning new tricks with their cousins in Amiens.