My American Dream? To Live and Write in Paris

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American Writers Dream of Paris

By Norma Jaeger Hopcraft

How is it possible? Yet it's true! I lived in Paris for a year on a creative writing sabbatical. It was great! I went to the Louvre from time to time. The former palace is in itself a work of art. And then there's the priceless art on the walls. Yes, I saw the Mona Lisa. Here she is:

Possibly the most famous piece of art in the world.

I asked someone in the huge crowd waiting to see the painting to take my picture, "her and me together." Just then my eyes closed, of course. But here is one of my happiest moments.

American Dream: Haute Couture

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American Dream of Owning "the Best"

By Norma Jaeger Hopcraft

I wandered past Bergdorf on Fifth Avenue that night and found more high-end retail shops with fabulous-looking stuff.

I enjoy great design. I'd even say the world needs great design, of clothing, everyday objects we use to cook and to keep ourselves going.

But do I, personally, need high-design clothing and accessories?

No, but it sure is fun to look at. And poke a bit of fun at too.

What space ship did you disembark from?

So when the bad guys chase me and the fringe wraps around my legs and trips me, it's all going to work out okay?

Just the sort of brooch I need. Guaranteed to make my life better.

The jewels-leather-and-fluff combo is from Miu Miu.

High-end sign design.

I like the green leather handle, with orange on the reverse, from Fendi. How about you? Which is your favorite? Comment below!