I already feel pretty settled in my new studio. Around midnight last night, my bag arrived. Thank the Lord! So, I'm completely unpacked now! Woo hoo!
Here are my pictures from yesterday:
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| Michelle and myself the day before I left |
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| The first thing I saw when I got off the metro. |
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| Another view off the metro of Saint Germain en laye |
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| View when you enter my studio. Do you see my computer on the desk? This is where I write my blogs! |
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| View of the entrance from inside |
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| Kitchenette - The family had it stocked with pots, pans, dishes, cups, utensils, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, couscous, nutella, and wine... you know, the essentials! :) |
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| Living space with a pull-out couch for guests. Also, on the left is my wardrobe for my clothes |
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| Bed... it is sooooo comfortable! |
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| Little bathroom |
This morning I had to be ready by 7:55am. I only have to get the kids ready for school on Tuesdays, so it was not terribly hectic. When I walked in the house, Zacharie, the youngest, gave me the biggest smile and said, "It is morning!" He was so excited for school. Faustine, the girl, told me all about how she is going to draw me pictures for my studio. :)
I rode with Mildred, the mom, as she dropped each of the kids off at school (except Titoun, who rides the bus). After we dropped the last one off, Mildred had me drive the two of us home. It isn't to terribly different, mainly the signs. At first I asked a lot of questions because there are a few rules that are not the same and important to know: yielding situations, no right on red ever, etc. Around noon, Midred is taking me out for lunch and then to walk around the town so I can get a few things. It is so great that I have my own car!
Love the pics! Your one of us turned out way better than mine! lol. Sounds like the whole situation is great! So the studio is attached to the house correct? Is it above? Below? To the side?
ReplyDeleteThis family sounds exceptional! I am so happy to hear about all of this. :-)
-Michelle
Hey! My studio is under the house. The dining room, kitchen, extra bedroom,family room, and foyer are on the next floor, and then they sleep on the 3rd and 4th floors.
ReplyDeletei can't wait to read more about your exciting adventures in paris! everything sounds amazing so far and i can't wait to hear about everything in person (whenever that may be). i love you and hope you have a wonderful year, christine!!
ReplyDeleteps... Chicago is not as fun without you, so don't get toooooo attached to those little Parisian children :o)
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