First Day

Bonjour! I'm in one piece!

I want to be quick: Their house is amazing, nestled in the woods as part of an off-the-beaten-track village, very picturesque (have yet to explore). Still feeling fragile but will be fine after a good night's sleep. Had a huge dinner-like lunch with chicken and rice; Christine promised me that i would put on 10 kilos during my trip. The French is more difficult than I expected, I really have to pay attention when they talk because they are in the habit of muttering. I struggle when they don't address me directly - eg. when sitting around the table chatting away, I suddenly looked up from my chicken to see them all expectantly staring at me. I seem to be able to get away with smiling and laughing whenever they laugh!

Expectant staring.

Everyone is very, very nice, and I think I'll get by. The mum looks like the new yr11 coordinator, i forget her name, and she has the same caring aura. In fact, the only thing that's pissing me off at the moment is the keyboard! The q is where the A should be; the M is next to the L; W and Z are swapped and you have to press shift every time you want to put a full stop. Hinderance!!!

I think I'll go unpack now. My room is perfect and looks out over the woods. Looking forward to a good night's sleep!!!

Miss you all,

Munch xx