France, Day 2

After twelve uninterrupted hours of sleep (Day 1 plan worked like gangbusters), we headed into Paris. Some people wait with the rest of humanity to see the Mona Lisa, but the Hawkins fam waits 15 minutes with twelve Frenchmen to head to the Musee des Arts Forains... Or the Museum of Fairgrounds Arts. 

It was the prefect morning, the perfect museum. It was a truly French little experience (the tour was in French), and it wasn't too big or too overwhelming for three kids. It was beautiful... in a way we have never seen. The pictures won't do it justice... but imagine, eighteenth and nineteenth century carnival games housed in centuries old winery, and you can start to get it. The kids rode several antique carousels, played antique carnival games, and watched and listened to some antique carnival entertainment

After a fabulous morning, we headed out for a very late lunch. The Belgian cafe was known for its mussels, so the kids were thrilled! Pounds of mussels later, it was time for dessert... Belgian waffles with homemade chocolate and pistachios. Grant declared it the best restaurant in the world. 

Finally, we headed back for an evening swim and some pizza. A Perfect start... And one that I would take over the Mona Lisa any day.