Sunday, February 23rd
Bonjour tout le monde!
My name is Sam ('26) and today was a beautiful and relaxing Sunday in Montpellier. It is also, sadly, our last weekend here. My friends and I talked today about the things we miss most and whether or not we are ready to go back home. Personally I am not. Today I got to sleep in and then took the bus and tram with Tess ('26) to meet our other friends, Adam ('26), Avery ('25), Dana ('25), Laura ('25), and Rafi ('26) for breakfast. Today I got a burger but the Savary Stack of pancakes has been a crowd favorite. After we finished eating we went to Place de Peyrou, which has the famous Arc de Trimophe, as well as other statues, monuments, lots of green space and amazing views. Today there were some vendors so we went to check out all the items that were laid out on their tables. A lot of silver and dish wear, most of which would not fit in my suit case.
While we were browsing an American lady heard us speaking english and correctly guessed that we were students from Boston. She said that she had also studied in France long ago and was back again to visit. That will definitely be me in 50 years! We then went our separate ways to run errands, or for me, go to the gym. Most shops are closed on Sundays as it is traditional to spend time relaxing with family, but a few stores, like our beloved supermarket Monoprix remain open. After a quick workout I took the bus back to my house where I was greeted by my host mom, Nathalie and the dog that she is currently taking care of, Jasper. I attempted to clean my room because it is a mess and I need to pack soon, but got tired and had to take a nap. Mom if you are reading this I think I might have to ship some stuff home I have no clue how I am going to fit it all in my bags...
Anyways after my well deserved rest I ate dinner with my host mom, ratatouille with rice and a salad on the side, we had crepes for dessert and then rushed to go dancing! Every Sunday she goes to bachata lessons, and these past 2 weeks I have brought my classmates and teachers with us! There is a 20 minute instruction in the beginning, and then another 20 minutes of partner work rotating through all the people in the room. After that we have free dance, which is when all the professionals show up and it's a lot easier because they lead with ease! There is lots of twirling so me and my friends take this opportunity to dress up. Events like these are also good opportunities to practice our French small talk. I speak with my host mom's friends often and participate in their conversations, as well as speak with each person that I am partnered up with. The dancing runs a bit late, but Nathalie and I dropped Tess off at her home and then headed back to ours. I let jasper out and am now writing this. Soon I will go to bed to catch some Zs for not only class tomorrow, but the criminal trial we are attending in the afternoon. Our last week will be another busy one, so make sure to keep reading!
See you all so soon and Bonne Nuit!!
My name is Sam ('26) and today was a beautiful and relaxing Sunday in Montpellier. It is also, sadly, our last weekend here. My friends and I talked today about the things we miss most and whether or not we are ready to go back home. Personally I am not. Today I got to sleep in and then took the bus and tram with Tess ('26) to meet our other friends, Adam ('26), Avery ('25), Dana ('25), Laura ('25), and Rafi ('26) for breakfast. Today I got a burger but the Savary Stack of pancakes has been a crowd favorite. After we finished eating we went to Place de Peyrou, which has the famous Arc de Trimophe, as well as other statues, monuments, lots of green space and amazing views. Today there were some vendors so we went to check out all the items that were laid out on their tables. A lot of silver and dish wear, most of which would not fit in my suit case.
While we were browsing an American lady heard us speaking english and correctly guessed that we were students from Boston. She said that she had also studied in France long ago and was back again to visit. That will definitely be me in 50 years! We then went our separate ways to run errands, or for me, go to the gym. Most shops are closed on Sundays as it is traditional to spend time relaxing with family, but a few stores, like our beloved supermarket Monoprix remain open. After a quick workout I took the bus back to my house where I was greeted by my host mom, Nathalie and the dog that she is currently taking care of, Jasper. I attempted to clean my room because it is a mess and I need to pack soon, but got tired and had to take a nap. Mom if you are reading this I think I might have to ship some stuff home I have no clue how I am going to fit it all in my bags...
Anyways after my well deserved rest I ate dinner with my host mom, ratatouille with rice and a salad on the side, we had crepes for dessert and then rushed to go dancing! Every Sunday she goes to bachata lessons, and these past 2 weeks I have brought my classmates and teachers with us! There is a 20 minute instruction in the beginning, and then another 20 minutes of partner work rotating through all the people in the room. After that we have free dance, which is when all the professionals show up and it's a lot easier because they lead with ease! There is lots of twirling so me and my friends take this opportunity to dress up. Events like these are also good opportunities to practice our French small talk. I speak with my host mom's friends often and participate in their conversations, as well as speak with each person that I am partnered up with. The dancing runs a bit late, but Nathalie and I dropped Tess off at her home and then headed back to ours. I let jasper out and am now writing this. Soon I will go to bed to catch some Zs for not only class tomorrow, but the criminal trial we are attending in the afternoon. Our last week will be another busy one, so make sure to keep reading!
See you all so soon and Bonne Nuit!!
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