Travel Photo Friday : French Fishermen

I can't count how many times I have crossed over a bridge in Paris. I stop and lean on the stone railing every time, both sides, just to take a peak at what I might be missing.

I have seen boat-loads of tourists passing underneath, I have seen lovers with their arms entwined, picnic goers and even musicians.

But imagine my surprise as I came upon the site of several Parisian fisherman, taking a break

from their sport.

And I love the fact that these French Fishermen are drinking none other than….red wine!

Not something I would ever see in the U.S.

The same scene, played out on a boat, complete with ridiculous rubber waders and strange hats wouldn't be complete without coolers full of Schlitz or Budweiser back here in the states.

But in good old France, it is yet another sign that even the smelliest, most mundane of tasks is made into a classy rutual just by the addition of the countries ubiquitous commodity.

Or is red wine just France's version of cheap, bad-tasting beer?

Perhaps it's classier because I can't spot a set of waders or one bad fishing hat!

Either way- it's a travel photo I soon won't forget!

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Catherine
October 2nd, 2009
Great capture. Hope they were bbq ing fresh fish to go with the wine.

Teena
October 2nd, 2009
Love the photo Robin AND the narrative! I loved living in Paris – it seemed red wine was ‘normale’ for so many simple every day occasions It’s where I learnt to enjoy le vin rouge and you’ve reminded me of crossing Parisian bridges in all seasons, and yes, always having to look over the railings – thanks so much!
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