Have to apologize for not being able to put in the accents/being grammatically correct as I don’t know how to accomplish this within this venue…..but, c’est la vie! Don’t hold it against me!
Had my first day of la classe francais…again, disregard the absence of grammatically correct accents. Oh mon Dieu! Do you think the French abbreviate it as OMD as opposed to OMG??? it started with my half-hour hoof to the school, orientation and then, les examens, oral and written. No need to try to impress them and move ahead of my curve….so I have been assigned to level one….which another student relates….we’re number one! But, I think you know truly its a beginning class, and I’m totally ok with that!
One aspect I didn’t expect….the variety of other languages spoken with the desire to learn/improve their French. Many spoke multitudes of languages and they were enthusiastic about perfecting yet one more. Americans…not so much. In fact, I think I might be the only American among the 30+ students in this congregation of eager learners. I’m thinking the attitude of English “superiority” is really old news. I think we should embrace other languages. It’s a sign of respect and acceptance…and possibly can be considered a mental challenge to those who should attempt the opportunity to speak another language (or two), to step up in this ever- shrinking world. So, off my soap box for now….
My head is smoking…close to explosion after today…but it’s just day#1. In discussing options, I hear that some are here to participate for 5 weeks. I am actually envious, only signed up for two. Rethinking, but not so sure yet. They also offer outside activities…a trip to St. Tropez, Avignon, and participating in a game of petanque! Not sure if it is so different from bocce ball, but it is a favorite here! I’ll keep you updated. Don’t think it’s an Olympic game as of yet, but I’ll work on that one! I’m a diehard for horseshoes and this is close, I’m thinking.
So, pas des devoirs ce soir. It will get serious tomorrow. Wish me bon chance! Au revoir!
Anne says:
Bon chance even though I know you’ll rock it! Good for you for truly submerging yourself in the culture. It’s so much easier to remain on the outside looking in. Thanks for sharing your adventure through your blog- you’re a wonderful writer Anne