We had all seen the movies…and knew the history…but nothing would quite compare to seeing Normandy in person. It was really special to experience the area completely by ourselves.  Places that would normally be bursting with tour busses and visitors were silent. Parking lots were empty and everything was perfectly still and covered in a few inches of snow. It was surreal and humbling.

Paris.  I have such mixed emotions on this city.  It intimidates me like no other, it frustrates me beyond belief and I hate to say but I have experienced many of the stereotypes to be true.  However, behind all of this, as you explore the city you will come upon a little street or a quaint shop and the Paris you imagined will be found there.