5 months is...
- the longest I've ever lived away from home
- the longest I've ever lived entirely by myself
- the longest I've ever lived in a foreign country
- the longest I've ever spent without seeing my parents or my brother (even my roommate noticed this one)
- the longest I've ever been completely self-sufficient (and before you get all high and mighty, remember that I'm only 22)
- the longest I've ever lived speaking another language as a primary means of communication
I could also say it's the longest I've ever gone without sunlight, but that would be ignoring the glorious weather we had today--I was almost dizzy with happiness when Mr. Sunshine finally decided to show his face!
I have friends from all over the world--something I wouldn't trade for all of Dixie. I often surprise myself with how good my French is getting (ok, everyone has their days, even in English...) I sometimes tense up, thinking I have no idea what to say or how to say it and then come out with a new friend and an hour long conversation.
And then there are some things that can't be bought for time nor money...
À bientôt!
~Laura
