it's the most wonderful time of the year

That is, here at AUCP!

It seems like with each new day, there's another parent/boyfriend/friend visiting one of my classmates. Luck enough for me, I can say I've already seen my Pops and my Momma will soon be on her way, too! I can't wait to show off AIX, my host family, and my lovely lovely friends here when she comes. It's going to be GREAT!

Here's a list of things I've got to look forward to:
--My Momma will be here in 10 days.
--I'm going to Prague & Brussels within the next 3 weeks.
--My quest to try more and more foods in Aix is going well. Today I tried a quiche from the tighest little luncherie that ever exists. In order for us to order, we had to move in and out of the shop multiple times to allow the patrons to pass in and out, who by the way apparently all had reservations to dine in–with hardly a dozen spots in the dining area, we were gonna have to take it to go. Donc, Ali & I ate along the fountain, despite the seemingly-freezing temps. At 2.10 for arguably one of the best légume quiches I've ever had, I'll deal with the tight space inside to taste it again!
--I'm over halfway done with my Translation final paper! I think I made a good choice translating "Confessions of a Shopaholic." Only slightly a reflection of myself, it was a fun book I just finished (on my Nook!), and I'm attempting to convey its fun spirit into the French language!
--Thursday we have off because it's armistice day, so Sage, Elodie & I are planning on going to Marseille to try Bouillabaisse. Knock that off the 'to eat' list!
--Thanksgiving & Christmas are SOON! So sad I won't be at home for the annual viewing of "Planes, Trains, & Automobiles" on turkey day, nor to be missing that special, special holiday with my fam, buttttt at least I will be home for the holidays in the greatest city ever–CHICAGO! So many things to look forward to & to be thankful for, don't you agree? :)


<3s and smiles,
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