So I had fun checking out the health care of France today. One of my program advisors help me set up an appointment with an English speaking doctor. I figured out how to get there from the metro and found it pretty easily. However, instead of finding a hospital or medical building like I expected at 10 rue Royale, I came to an apartment complex. The doctor was very nice, and she had a quaint little medical room set up in her office. The appointment went really quick, and after a few check ups and questions, she diagnosed my ailment as an acute tonsillitis (should have gotten those taken out after mono....). She wrote me a prescription and then I was on my way. BUT the best part of this experience was on my way out, I noticed that the famous macaroon shop Ladurée was right on the corner!! Since this was my first time out of the house in almost 48 hours, I knew I had to go to pick some up. This little bakery was the most fabulous shop I've ever seen! And so colorful! I really only wanted the macaroons, but all the treats behind the glass looked amazing. I ordered a dozen to sample the flavors and maaaaybe share some with my room mates. Overall a lovely experience :)
After Ladurée, I noticed a really beautiful church at the end of the street. Since I was tired of being bored, I decided to go and check it out. I'm so glad I did! Like most churches in Europe, it was breathtaking inside. I spent about 10 minutes looking at all the stained glass, statues, and murals. It was very peaceful to sit in there and look around. However, my little adventure did start wearing me out and I had to get back home.
After my time back out in the city, I grabbed some dinner, watched Midnight In Paris (which is in fact better to watch in Pairs), and tried out my first macaroon. Je l'aime :)
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