I have not cried today, and while it's only 1:00, I'm considering this a success! It's getting better, and I tend to do really well after I run/walk by the lake. It's unbelievably beautiful, and has an amazing effect. Because it tends to derail my dive into sadness (usually brought on by the return to our hotel room), I will be doing it often. So bonus - I'll look fabulous at Christmas.
I wish we could share pictures of the apartment we saw yesterday. It's seriously something out of a magazine. The views of the lake make it feel like you'd actually be living in paradise. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like we can afford it, so thanks housing agents for showing us that great property! Back to square one, where our real options will pale in comparison. So there's that.
Otherwise, it's ok. People really don't speak English, which is why I'm stalling to go eat lunch because that means I'll have to find a bank where they understand my need for an ATM, get Swiss francs, then find a place where I won't feel like a stupid American holding everyone up at the check out counter, all while not bursting into tears. I may chicken out, skip lunch, and wait for Ryan to come home at dinner. So again, I'll really look fabulous at Christmas. Always a silver lining.
More later!
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Awwww! You are suffering from a classic case of culture shock and I promise it gets better.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, time is the best cure for culture shock, but experts also recommend getting plenty of rest, maintain a balanced diet, be mentally/physically/socially active, use humor, don't pity yourself, take reasonable risks, ASK FOR HELP!, use family & friends as emotional support, etc, etc.
You're gonna love it! I promise!
Threaten Jihad. People usually respond to holy wars.
ReplyDeleteI love you. :)
ReplyDeleteMimi
ReplyDeleteDon't sell yourself short. You always look great...Jan through Dec.
Jessica and I were peeing on ourselves reading this.DON'T SKIP A DAY OF POSTING! It's the adventure of a lifetime.
I tried to get your mom to go visit next week because Lord knows she would boss your way into a 5 star hotel and there would be no upcharge. They would be paying you to stay there! Helene always comes through in a pinch!!
We miss you tons! XXOO