" Parisians are always in a big hurry, but are especially frantic if they’re behind you. They’re desperate to be where they rightfully feel they belong: in front of you. It’s a whole other story when you’re behind them, especially when it’s their turn: suddenly they seem to have all the time in the world. "

― David Lebovitz , The Sweet Life in Paris: Delicious Adventures in the World's Most Glorious - and Perplexing - City