Bonjour y'alll!
My friend inspired me to create a blog in order to document all of my Frenchy adventures, which are becoming increasingly crazy and fun. I don't even know where to begin! Bordeaux is a gorgeous place, and I'm really enjoying myself so far. Even though it's only been about a week, I already feel at home in this country. I love the lifestyle here- eating, drinking, and just enjoying the present. The always-rushing feeling of America is just not found here. Of course I do miss everything and everyone back home, but these last few days have been so busy, I haven't had much time to be homesick!
Here are some highlights of my time here so far:
- Visiting la musee des huitres- the oyster museum- in a nearby region, and trying oysters for the first time! (They are definitely an acquired taste)
- Climbing the largest sand dune in Europe, and probably the world- this thing was freakin HUGE!!! And getting to take in the gorgeous view at the top
- Relaxing on the beach in Arcachon, the beachy town on the coast. And swimming in the Atlantic ocean!
- Going out Saturday night and meeting some hilarious locals who were incredibly welcoming and generous- they took us out for tapas and paid for our food and drinks! And then bar-hopping after of course : )
- Trying out the local farmer's market on Sunday morning, and getting to enjoy the delicious fresh fruits, vegetables, bread and other treats from all the local vendors
It's definitely been a jam-packed week! This coming week, we have intense language classes to help us prepare for the school year. It's crazy to think I'll actually be going to school here in France! My dream is coming true : ) Our dorms are pretty dilapidated and outdated, to put it nicely, so we don't get internet here. But I'll try to update as much as possible. And I'll be moving out of here, into my homestay family's home soon. So exciting!
Vraiment, j'adore la vie francaise <3 but of course I'm proudly repping California here! more soon! muah!
