Bastille Celebration in Paris

I couldn't be in Paris last night, but thanks to my friend (and former tenant) Jonathan Wellons, I have a photo or two. Look for him on Facebook if you want to see more.

Walking the Stairs on the Eiffel Tower

Back in 05, Kay, me, her brother Eric and wife, Laura, spent several days in Paris. A visit to the Eiffel tower was de riguer since Eric and Laura had never been to Paris before. So, before heading off to see Paris on the Fat Tire Bike Tours adventure, we walked up the stairs on the tower, avoiding the elevators and working off some croissants calories. We only had time to visit the premier etage (1st level) and on the way back down, it occurred to me to document the event since it is one not often seen. Using my Nikon Coolpix 5700 ( a true work horse) I recorded a one minute video.
I now, belately, offer it for your enjoyment and edification.
I just saved you a trip to Paris!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqDgA2QXtzk

The Eiffel Tower Comes to Sebastopol!

The lastest effort by Sebastopol artist Patrick Amiot, a French Canadian who creates "urban folk art" from discarded junk, places la Tour Eiffel along busy Hwy 116 heading N into town, perched upon a Citroen DS19 of unknown vintage.
Amiot's sculptures are well known in the area and are concentrated on Florence Ave, where the artist has his home and studio.

One of my fave's has disappeared. It was a huge Elvis in a jukebox, easily 9 ft. tall. All silver.