Brad has had some surprising time off on weekends lately that has been glorious. Nancy, France was just another cute city we wanted to mark off our long growing list. It's just about an hour in a half drive from us. Being from Texas we all know that is cake. We spent the day dodging the rain, eating Beignets, and seeing the sights. The people we encountered were super sweet too! People have a notion of the French, but it is definitely not true with most cases we have come in contact with. Open minds, open hearts!

Here is our photo dump of the trip, Enjoy!

You know we had to end our trip with coffee and crepes. Mine has mango and raspberry ice cream inside with Nutella drizzle. YUM!

Next we head to Ghent, Belgium for a 2 day trip on Saturday. Keep your eyes peeled. :)

Metz, France

Another city my brother and I hit up was Metz, France. Brynnie, Brady and I decided to take the train(Brynn was a champ this time around) and venture out by ourselves while Brad had a day full of practices. I had Metz on my list of must see cities for awhile now. I'm so happy I was able to experience this city with my brother. Maybe we got lost more than not, but boy were some of these sights gorgeous. If you arrive by train have google maps accessible or get a map prior to. I don't think I ever want to go back to this city, but it was worth seeing once to get all the sights out of my system I kept starring at. Below I've shared some of my favorite photos!

You can't be in France without Crepes.

Girls trip to Paris

HAPPY MONDAY! Finally getting around to share Paris trip #2.

 I waited all my life to go to Paris and now I have been there twice in the past month in a half! SAY WHAT?!

The minute my friend Jayda(from college) and her mom found out they were visiting we immediately started planning our trip to Paris. We decided on a short trip so they could see other parts of Europe, but knew we wanted to cram in as much as possible.

 SO let me be honest, Brynn didn't do so great on the train or being dragged around all day. It had to of made me a better mom. At least I am counting on that anyway. I decided that will be the last time I travel with Brynn alone. Unless I'm forced to of course. None the less we hit a lot of hot spots and even got to see two things that I didn't get to my first time around. I was impressed by how much I remembered and being a haas at the metro system. We had such a good girls trip. I am thankful to have had some much needed girls time. Plus, a first of friends coming to see us in Europe! Yep, all the rest of you I'm calling you out. ;) Get your booties here ASAP.

Oh you know, photo dumpin' on ya……

At the train station in Luxembourg headed to Paris!

 Our first meal at Le Deauville on the Champs de Elysee and it was so delicious! Brynn was a huge fan of our waiter too. 

We then headed to the Louvre. 

 Brynn enjoying the beautiful art all around her. 

 Aphrodite

I still can't get over I saw the Mona Lisa in person. 

After our Museum wandering we got some late night crepes. Banana and Nutella for me, please!

 We woke up early and headed to see the Eiffel Tower from a different view I had never seen. The view never gets old.

Made the must have bakery stop for some goods.

Brynn wasn't having the cold at this point. So I made a mommy decision and spent some time in the hotel letting her relax. 

Once she was geared up and ready to go Jamie(Jaydas mom) and I headed to the Sacre de Coeur before leaving back to Lux.

 I was absolutely in awe. The inside was even better, but no photography allowed to be taken. 

 The most amazing view of the city even through the fog. 

Hope you enjoyed my recap of Paris trip #2! I finally have my travel page up and running so check it out.

2 days of lovin' in Paris

On the 21st we took the 2 hour train ride to our first trip to Paris. I have wanted to go to Paris since I can remember. With Luxembourg being so close it was finally possible. We may even go again in the Spring!

We stayed at Novotel Eiffel Tower and we loved it! All of the staff were very sweet. The breakfast spread was huge and delicious. I don't know what is up with the 20 euros a person for breakfast, but otherwise it was a win.

I couldn't possibly put all the pictures because then you would be scrolling for daysss. So, I'll just show you guys the highlights and our favorites.

Eiffel Tower 

Arc de Triomphe

Pont des Arts (Love Lock Bridge)

The Louvre

Notre Dame Cathedral 

You know I have to share my Macaroons and Chi Chis(Churros)

We had an amazing trip and can't wait to go back in the Spring to finish seeing the rest.

Au Revoir!