This afternoon has been quite frustrating. I think I have just become much closer to experiencing what a dyslexic or learning disabled person might experience. I had to go to the leasing agency to get something settled for our new apartment. The owner of the apartment was also there. Both women speak French and proceeded to speak French for about 10 minutes in front of me, all the while I looked like a person who had no clue what was going on. Obviously something had gone on concerning our apartment, but I was totally clueless to it. I tried to get them to explain the situation to me, but could never seem to get a clear picture. Between my non-existent French and their minimal English, I think a lot of things got lost in the translation. I have put a lot of trust in these women, and I hope to believe my gut that they are being honest, but I definitely felt completely out of control of the entire situation. I just felt completely helpless for the entire time and finally left just holding out hope in the goodness of people. Unfortunately, I have heard many horror stories about landlords over here, and I just hope to one day not be sharing my own story.
In other news, I had coffee with a delightful friend of a friend from Atlanta. She (Kelly) and her husband Rich have been married for 10 years with 2 daughters (3 years and 8 months). It turns out they took a trip around the world for one and a half years, so talk about experienced travellers!!! Everyone I have met thus far has children, so I am very thankful that I am so comfortable around kids and have a knowledge of various stages that come with each age. I have actually found myself giving advice of the best strollers and schools! Don't start the gossip train yet though, Kyle and I have enjoyed getting to play with all of these kids, but are not at all anxious to have any of our own for a long while. It has been really neat to get to see Kyle interact with all of the children though.
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