We had a smooth flight to
Montreal only to plummet into panic when I left my iPhone in the backseat of a taxicab. Four days later, we picked it up from another tourist from New Jersey (thank God). Montreal was nice; Quebec is a hard act to follow. We enjoyed walking through Old Montreal and seeing Notre-Dame Basilica, Mount Royal, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Old Port. Despite a lot of construction, we maneuvered around
McGill (Brenda's alma mater!). It is a great school in a wonderful location. We walked the Rue Saint-Paul and Rue Denis, quaint with good shopping. Again, the food options did not disappoint: smoked brisket, lamb, duck pate, duck breast, calamari, and lots of bread.
Thanksgiving in Paris with family and friends was delicious and memorable. The best part was reuniting the tribe and spending time with Jules. The best meal was Thanksgiving dinner by far (Josephine Chez Dumonet)--foie gras, pork pate, smoked salmon, and turkey! Others enjoyed mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans, pumpkin pie, and apple tart. The worst part was Steven getting sick. We missed him and know he would have enjoyed the various activities, especially Normandy. It was super hard saying goodbye to Julia--probably because I was by myself and no one told me not to cry. LOL, I cried. Can't wait to see her for Christmas!
