For now, you'll be hearing "il me fait plaisir d’être en France" because I just can't think of a good way to say "I'M SO EXCITED TO BE HERE you have no idea" en français. Two nights ago, I spoke with a very dear friend who attended Truman my freshmen year but had spent the previous year in Grenoble. I had a laundry list of questions for her, and she was all too eager to help me (thanks, Katrina!). I thought it important enough to write down this question: how does one say "I am so excited to be here" in french? In the years of studying I've done, I have never been satisfied with a way of expressing such a common thought. One thing is certain: students of french are taught early on to steer clear of the phrase "je suis excitée" because, well, it doesn't mean what you think, apparently. Good to know, good to know. Still doesn't help my dilemma.
The mystery has to be solved because "excited" is the most accurate descriptor for my emotions right now! Any anxiousness or fear is currently shadowed by my overwhelming enthusiasm for going abroad. This week has been preparatory in all ways: I've methodically checked things off my detailed "to-do" list, I've had alone time to think and pray, I've been with my family... I've even "soaked up" America, as one friend encouraged me to do earlier this week (and doing that would involve, you know, enjoying Chicago-style pizza night with my family, listening to the radio, drinking Starbucks...).
Tomorrow is "packing day" and the mess that I've layed out in our living room will attempt to fit into 1-2 suitcases. My mom is serious business about packing (I now refer to her as the 'master packer') and I'm looking forward to hearing her tell me I have to get rid of half the stuff I intended on bringing. Really, though, I'm aiming for 'light.' :)
I'll write again soon to detail what getting to Grenoble will look like for me... let's just say I'm taking the scenic route and making a slight detour....!
For now, I'll be looking up ways to say "I'm excited!"
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can't wait to hear about all that will go on on "packing day." make sure you eat a good breakfast...
think of you oftennn.
I just read all your posts, including this one. I'm so glad to be able to help and I'm going to do a little more consulting on some good phrases for you to use. It's wonderful to hear you're doing well in Germany. I eagerly await more posts! :) Be blessed.
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