Yesterday, I decided to do my laundry in the shower. You see, the only laundromat is expensive and far from my apartment. It all seemed to be going well until I forgot about it soaking. Some of my clothes are now a nice rusty orange. Ca n'est pas grave. It's no big deal. I've learned to say that a lot.
Yesterday, the Internet started working! Having internet in my apartment is wonderful. My telephone with unlimited calls to the US should be working soon as well.
Today, I had an orientation in Nancy with other local English assistants. It was helpful though a bit confusing. The answer to every question here is "it depends." I have to admit, though, it was relaxing to speak in English today. I felt like me again. I met lots of other assistants and hopefully some of us will meet in Nancy soon.
The more I talk to other assistants the more I like my town and school. It is only a 15-20 min. train ride to the two major towns, I have cheap, provided housing, and really nice teachers that invite me over for dinner. Not everyone can say the same. A lot of people are a lot farther away and without frequent train or bus service. And many people are alone. It is great that there are 4 other assistants in Pont-a-Mousson. And Saturday, we are going to have a big assistant dinner in my apartment. Things are going well.
Now, I just have to learn this language.
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