thoughts and reflections

people-watching

It's true that the French are unique.

Sometimes you get so annoyed with their arrogance, but it is difficult to deny that these lot of people are very cultured. They are interested in other people's culture, colour, food, language and history. Their fine cuisine is undeniable with a wide range of palette consisting of spices from all over the world and fresh seasonal ingrediants. Their artistic superiority is obvious and their chic style is well known all over the world. Their languange is sexy, to say it bluntly, and their literature is rich.

Often you get frustrated with their inefficiency and relaxed attitude towards life. But, at times you can't help but admire them for cherishing life every single day. All the shops are closed for at least a two hour lunch break because they can't accept lunch that is less than a 3-course meal and without wine and coffee! When you walk at the park, you can't help but feel envious when you see a group of teenage friends frolicking on the grass, munching on berries, laughing, singing and dancing away with the tune that comes out of their lap top. When you see a couple of elderly women who look like good friends dressed so elegantly while walking their dogs and probably talking about everyday mundane things, you think to yourself that this is how you would like to grow old. Then, you see a group of young mothers comparing notes on parenthood while their children having a time of their life running around the park, and you think what a healthy society this is!

On the weekends and especially when the weather is good, their favourite pastime would be to have an all-day lunch or coffee in the evenings, while watching people pass by. I mean, I know that in many places we do it too - but somehow we're not as confident as the French as to line-up the chairs and tables in this manner so you can just enjoy people-watching!

posted by miss-cream @ 2:49 PM