la tour eiffel

For as long as I live, I will never forget the feeling I felt when I first saw the Eiffel Tower.

I was just sitting on the subway.  So eager to see Paris,  especially the tower itself.   I have only seen it in a million movies, tv shows, pictures, decor, clothes, and to be honest I always wondered what the big deal was.   That is just the cynicism in me. 

 

 Side story.  My parents took our family to see the Grand Canyon one year for vacation.   I would LOVE to go back now, I know I would appreciate it much more.   I distinctly remember telling my parents, 

"Whats the big deal, it's just a big hole in the ground."

(Ha.   My sarcasm level has only gone down a few notches since I was 12)

And to confess,  I was not even set on going to see Paris this summer.  Yes I am living in France---but the very very SOUTH of FRANCE.  Far from Paris.  I thought, 

"Sure Paris, would be a cool thing to see, but its okay if I don't."

I decided if I had the opportunity of course I would go, but I came to France to experience the true culture and beauty, not just see a huge tourist destination to "say I have been there."

As I sat on the subway, and glanced up,  I saw it.  The Eiffel Tower.  More glorious than any movie or picture could ever capture.  It was right there.  I was so close to it, I had to look up to see the rest of it.  I was beaming with joy.    It was beautiful.   I'll never forget that moment.  I hope you all can experience it if you have not.   Especially my mom, I know she would love it.