Le depart

Today is the big day. Yes, I realize it is about 2am... and yes I leave for chicago in 8hrs. Plenty of time!! I'm always up late the night before I leave anywhere anyway... it's like some tradition I have. I'm a night person anyway. Anyway, I've been more/less packed for the past few days. I just have a few things to throw in after I use them in the morning. It will take 2.2 seconds. Anyway, I suppose I am way excited to embark on this journey to a country where I actually speak the language (that's not English) and know a little bit (not a lot) about the culture. I love travelling, learning new things, eating different cuisines... you name it, I'll probably do it if I can. I'm also going to say that I am TERRIFIED. I'm slightly on the quiet side when it comes to speaking French, but don't try to pull anything past me, because I understand quite well. ;) I don't want to make a fool out of myself and I don't want to offend someone, so I may be fairly tentative at first. I'm sure I'll warm up though. Plus, I will have some great people to share in this experience with. I think I'm ready. Let's go!! (( before I change my mind... just kidding))