A few days ago when I woke up, I turned on my
computer, clicked on Outlook to check my emails, nothing came
up. It could not find the server. I signed onto MSN messenger,
nothing happened. It told me to check my ID and password. I
opened Explorer to access the Internet, page was blank. Google could not be found.
"Humm…" I said to myself. "What is going on the net today?"
Disappointedly, I went to turn on the TV for
news on CNN. No image--cable did not work. So I picked up the
telephone and called Noos for technical assistance. The phone
did not work either. France Telecom did not receive my
payment. OK…I grabbed my mobile phone and while I was giving
the technician at Noos Cable my client number, the line cut.
Then I received an sms saying that my time credit has used up.
Gosh… I felt like a prisoner trapped in my
own house. I was completely cut off from the world!
I could not go to a net cafe because I
couldn't Google for an address, and I don't keep a directory
at home. I have been so depended on the Internet for
everything that I do in life now-a-days. I felt the
blue while pacing around the house. I could not
get myself to do anything else without surfing on the Internet
first. I’m addicted to it!!!
Luckily, I had bought a ticket to see the
ballet Teshigawara / Lagraa / Kylián at Opera Garnier that
night. So, I just did nothing but to read the Newsweek and
Time magazines all day long until it’s time to leave for the show.
Wow...I was so stunt to see the inside of the famous and
historic Opera House. It's magnificent, totally!!! I was so
impressed that I went to treat myself “une coupe de
champagne”. Refreshments were served in between break times
and I took the opportunity to tour and admire the whole opera
house on every floor. The ballet lovers were elegantly sipping
their glasses of champagne while chatting to each other about
the artistically crafted performances. I felt excited and privileged!
The ballet was terrific with Les Étoiles dancers. There
were three different settings and performances. I was sit at the orchestre section just a few rows
away from the stage. The show lasted 3 hours--it is something that should not be missed!
Love Me Paris...
