Life After Work: Not A Good Way To Start The Day

We had read all about the potential to be pick pocketed or scammed in various ways in Paris. Our money and cameras were well secured as we toured around. However, during breakfast this morning someone managed to get into our room. We had been getting things ready to be transferred to the ship and when we returned, we found that our passports and some other documents were missing. Of course we searched all over but they were gone. In the end, we had an unexpected visit to the police station to make a report. We also had to call Ottawa because of the passports and now we can't leave France! We'll be able to get temporary passports when we return to Paris a week from Monday. It sure wasn't how we'd planned to start the cruise part of the trip! When we got to the River Baroness, we had a glass of wine and pretty much started over.
In order to not waste any more time, we walked from the ship back to the Eiffel Tower area after lunch. It was a good way to let the frustrations of the morning subside.

This is a monument to the Jewish families who were rounded up and shipped to camps during WWII. Sarah's Key is based on these events.

These are a couple of shots of our cabin on the River Baroness. It's not huge but is very well organized and comfortable.

Just beside the bed are sliding doors that open so that you can watch the scenery go by. We started moving just before dinner and have passed through a few locks already. It's very smooth sailing and we're looking forward to sitting on the sun deck tomorrow as we pass through the French countryside.
Dinner was pretty amazing too. Each night there is a different menu with different wines. Everything is included in the cruise. It's a good thing that we'll be walking a lot on the excursions. I may have to make use of the fitness room too!