I woke up this morning to the windows open and it raining. Oh how peaceful. Of course that meant I had to stay in bed a little while longer while I listened to John Mayer and drank my english breakfast tea! I mean you can only get this stuff in books and movies right? Wrong this is very much part of my everyday life so far.
For the past three days I have woke up, drank a cup of tea, journaled or read my books, gone for walks, and sat in picturesque parks. I seriously have to pinch myself sometimes. Yesterday while I sat in the park I couldn't help but smile. It is this constant smile I have had the whole time I have been in France. Everything is so new and refreshing. I am learning so much, especially about myself. I don't really have a phone here and obviously I don't have internet while I am out and about, so I have time to myself. In fact, since Jenny is at work that is all I have - plenty of time to myself. And I could not be more thankful. It is nice to slow down and enjoy everything around you.
Some things you might not know about France (because I didn't when I got here):
- It is rude to put your bread on your plate. Like you don't do it. at all. Leave it on the table.
- You have to say Bon appetit before you can eat.
- And you kiss everyone you meet twice. When saying hello and goodbye.
I am blessed beyond measure and so thankful to be able to spend my summer in Europe.
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change."
-James 1:17
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
-John 14:27
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