Why don't you do it, Blake?

In a recent letter to the editor, college student Blake Fowler bemoans the lack of "night life" in Paris. He wants something to "keep the guest coming back."

Our square has little to offer, he says. There is a potential for family-owned businesses -- pizzerias, family restaurants, small pubs, and the renovation of the movie theater. His only intent is to better our community.

Well, put your money where your mouth is, Blake. It's very easy to say, "Why doesn't someone else do it?" It's a lot harder to say, "I'm going to open a pizzeria, family restaurant, small pub, or renovate a movie theater." When Parisians see you do something besides gripe in the newspaper, maybe they'll be inspired and follow suit. As you say, think about it.

"A lack of night life." The Paris News; January 28, 2011; p. 4A.