Bienvenue!
Yesterday I finally arrived in Paris,
France. After months of preparation, it was time to start a new chapter
of my life while abroad. I quickly made friends and anxiously awaited the plane
to our connecting flight in Detroit. Once we arrived, my new friends and I had
about six hours to kill before the next flight to Paris, so we explored the
immense airport in our spare time. Once it was time to board the plane, we made
our way back to our assigned gate, only to find out that our flight had been
delayed for about an hour and a half due to maintenance. The Delta crew was
kind enough to offer free snacks and beverages for the wait. During the plane
ride, when it came about an hour after the original departure time, I managed
to get only forty-five minutes of sleep. There is a gorgeous view of the Eiffel
Tower on the way to our hostel, and I eagerly took photos of the landmark. We
will be staying at this hostel for the entire week that we are in Paris. I
decided to share a room with a few of the friends I had made at the airport, as
well as a few new faces. We all instantly got along, and, after eating lunch at
the hostel, made our way to a grocery store to do one of our district
assignments. After a reluctant nap, my friends and I went to a nearby
restaurant to experience our first taste of authentic French cuisine. My steak,
potatoes, and salad were absolutely delicious. I would certainly not mind going
back again. Once we returned to the hostel, everyone quickly showered and went
to bed. We made sure we’d be completely ready for our next big day in Paris!
