My Valentine’s Day surprise began as a planned part of my Paris itinerary. I would have been returning from my trip now, but as I mentioned…bigger things took precedent (hooray). So, I enlisted the help of my good friend Lindsey, who was so incredibly kind and sweet to make this dream a reality. In Paris, the Pont Des Arts bridge is a well known spot to profess your love, attach a love lock, and cast the key into the Seine, for eternity! Many a romantic has left a lock, as you will see…
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There was a time in May 2010 when the authorities decided to crack down on this lovely gesture, and overnight the locks were gone. However, the romantics could not be stopped – locks soon covered the bridge once more. Being a hopeless romantic, this was something I had to do. After learning I would not be there to do it myself, I had the custom engraved lock shipped to Lindsey. On a sunny (freezing) day, she attached our lock, threw away the key, and took these photos!
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So…this is my (public) valentine to my hubby…a tribute to our love now resides in Paris. In the city of love, over the beautiful Seine, and under the watchful eye of Notre Dame. Years from now, we may find ourselves there again, but regardless of whether we do…I love you…je t’aime…pour toujours.
*UPDATE 2014*
Had I known the damage the locks were doing to the historic bridge, I would not have done this. Recently, a portion of the bridge collapsed under the weight. Don’t fret – there are many other ways to profess your love in Paris!
What a thoughtful gesture my love. Thank you. I am constantly amazed by you and I am so grateful for the love and friendship we share. I cannot wait to take our family back to Paris. I Love You!
So glad you were surprised and love it Hubby…I can’t wait to take our family to Paris! xoxoxoxo
Adorable! Many Happy Years to you both!
Love!
Amy
You guys are too cute. Such a sweet and loving valentine gift, Susan. Happy Hearts Day!
So so so glad I could help! The photos look great chez fleurishing :) Also, look how your lock shines!! Lots of love to both of you xoxo
Now THAT’S romantic!!!
Love it! I leave tomorrow on Valentine’s for Paris. If it is not as cold as a few days ago, I will go to Pont des Arts and look at your lock. Happy Valentine’s Day sweetie! Gros Bisous-XX Joni
That is so sweet! What a lovely thing to do – Just goes to show that love is larger than our world :) Happy Valentine’s Day to you both!
What a lovely idea!
Thank you Amy! xo
Merci Kerri…same to you!
SO thankful for your help Linds…the photos are beautiful, and yes-the lock does shine bright!! Love to you too…xoxo
Aw, thank you!!
That would be so awesome Joni!! Happy Valentine’s…miss you!! xoxo
I love that sentiment Stephanie, thank you!
Thanks Cailin…wishing you a wonderful Valentine’s as well! xo
What a sweet idea, can’t wait to visit this bridge!
That is just SO lovely!
This is so cute. Happy Heart Day!
It is a great spot, I highly recommend it!
Thank you Will! :)
Happy Heart Day Meg, MERCI!
How lovely!!!! What a great idea!
oh jeez, you are amazing. I’m totally looking for your lock next time we’re in Paris!
Love these pics — Paris is dreamy!
that is the COOLEST THING EVER! How thoughtful of your friend to help out with this, now I bet you’re so ready to go see it in person–that will be another lovely treat in itself! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Thank you Emily!
Moi aussi Kayla…hope to back sooner than later. Merci!
Merci Andi!
Thank you Lindsey, yes we hope to see it in person someday soon!
This is the sweetest thing EVER! Happy belated Valentine’s to you and the Mr!
Your love is locked up abroad! Now where did you find someone to engrave the lock? We tried to. In the end we just opted for the sharpie and then scratched our initials in it. Here’s our Paris Pont Des Arts pad lock story: http://thetravelingpear.com/2011/08/16/locked-up-abroad-in-paris/
Thank you so much Mardi!
Yes, thank you Elissa! No matter how your names are there, what matters is the gesture! Thanks for sharing your lock story with me :)
I ordered our lock from Lock-Itz…http://www.lock-itz.com/
Very romantic…
lovely gesture and a moving post.