because his dog is also sitting
on a wicker chair at the table,
presumably waiting for his order.
Around the corner, a cobbled
laneway is revealed that
transports me to Provence.
Through this art of observing
and walking, I have developed a
cherished relationship with Paris.
That is the beauty in slowing
down, truly seeing and allowing
myself to be enchanted with the
unexpected. It is the chance to
connect to something bigger
than myself.
Wherever you are confined
(or slowly deconfining),
why not flâner a little in
your own backyard? Pico
Iyer doesn’t declare how
far one has to travel to
experience the love affair
that never really ends.
Alison Browne is a retired
teacher and administrator
from the Calgary Board of
Education. Several years ago
she set off to travel the world
and is currently based in Paris.
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