This was an image that I had saved on Tumblr many moons ago. Yes, I am of the Tumblr generation. I had Friendster and Multiply as well.

I also saved it onto my Pinterest board called Of Places.

Why did I save it? I’ve always been captivated by the beauty of a carousel and I love horses. They are strong and sexy. Wild and free yet loyal.

Every time I spot a carousel, I would stop and snap a picture. This image was also my phone’s background for the longest time.

Six years ago today I was on our family’s Euro trip. I saw a beautiful carousel opposite the Eiffel Tower. It was cold and the sun was setting. I crossed the street and stood right there. I took out my camera and shot this image below.

Little did I realize, it was the exact carousel. God willing, I made it to the exact place. Indeed I am a lucky being. Alhamdulillah for the chance to capture this.

Beautiful ain’t it? My father loves this picture. He comments on it every time he comes across it.