Fan Mail

Imagine my surprise; people are actually reading this journal! I have been so happy to receive over a dozen emails from all over the land, telling me that my (mis)adventures are fun (and funny) to read. And the words of encouragement have been deeply appreciated. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH! It’s been a very hard 6 weeks; actually, it’s been a hard five months. This is by far the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. The little victories mean so much, but it’s hard sometimes to deal with all the misunderstandings, missed opportunities and my lack of efficiency. Just once I’d like to find something the first (or second) place I look. I’m told this discouragement in normal around this time, so I’m trying to not be too down. But I promised to tell you everything – the good, the bad, and the ugly – so here it the yuk.

Yesterday it was sunny, there was thunder and lightening; it hailed (pea-size) and then there was a downpour. Then snow was mixed in with the rain. All in the span of two hours! Today it’s Valentine’s Day, and seeing all the Parisian men carrying huge bouquets of roses made me smile. My friend, Sarah H. and I decided to make our own celebration – no boys for either of us this year – and hung out at a cute Bastille brasserie. It was nice and casual. Next year, I’m getting one of those bouquets! HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!