February 2, 2021

Wednesday

When I got back from Avignon on Sunday, my landlady let me know that I received a package that I would have to pick up at La Poste in the Villette sometime in the coming week. Wednesday presented the perfect opportunity to grab it, send off the present to my friend, and get some groceries.

I took the 8:48 bus and arrived in the Villette around 9:00. I got in line to wait for La Poste to open for the day. When I finally got in, I was able to collect my package by presenting the note that was left on my door and my ID. I then asked for some help with sending an envelope to the US. It was so easy! I’m less afraid now to ship some things back home.

I left La Poste and realized I had a lot of time to kill before the 11:15 bus back to Anthon. There’s only one bus between the towns every two hours- we love country life! I decided to walk a lap around the town and listen to my book. The weather was warm, but incredibly windy. At times, I thought I would be blow right off the pavement.

After my lap, I headed over to the Intermarché. I passed the little city sheep, the band of chickens, and the mini-library. At the store, I decided to splurge and buy myself some colored pens. I only brought black pens with me and wanted something so I could highlight French words I didn’t know in books. I was excited to use them later that day. Seeing that I had time left, I walked all the way back to the original bus stop to catch the 1980. I was able to relax at the stop for a few minutes before it arrived.

Back at my place, I put away the groceries and brewed a cup of coffee before opening my package. I was so excited!! I’m so thankful for the friends that have sent me things! Little comforts from home mean so much.

I’ve been deprived of crocheting for almost a month now! As I watched the news, I set to work and made a new hat with the yarn. It took me about 30 minutes. Haha now I guess I’ll just have to wait for another shipment of yarn to arrive!

After making my hat, I cleaned my entire living space top to bottom. When everything was spick and span, I decided to dye my hair. I bleached and then toned it. I think the process took about an hour or two? I feel so refreshed now!

I confirmed my ride to school the next day and my lessons and sat back to relax. I brewed a cup of decaf and took it outside to enjoy the sunset over the Rhône.