Bonjour!
I have finally arrived. It has been a long time coming! Switzerland has been a dream so far and I have enjoyed getting to settle in. I have been here about a week and the jet lag has worn off!
I have started my mornings by having quiet times with the Lord and enjoying these jaw-dropping views everywhere I look. –>
Everyone has been so kind, I have been invited over to many homes, keep reading to see about all of the cheese I am eating!
The first couple days were very rainy so I spent time getting settled into my new apartment.
On the first sunny day, I took the train to hike the Gorge De L’Areuse
The views were stunning. I felt like I was in the Lord of the Rings.
I, of course, took my satellite phone because safety is important.
You’re welcome mom.
The rest of the weekend I met people from church and ate cheese. So. Much. Cheese.
And guys…. this is only the beginning.
Les Cours Français!
French class started on Monday. We do not speak any English in the classroom at all. I am impressed by the patience of our instructors in watching us try and mime or roundabout talk through what we are trying to say.
It has been a lot of fun starting to learn another language. I have found that any words I don’t know in French my brain just fills them in with Spanish so it is very entertaining to listen to me try and speak French!
J’aime la Suisse!
Here is one of the most Swiss foods. It is called Raclette. It is like a tiny oven/griddle. Each person has a little spatula type thing and they put a slice of cheese on it to melt the cheese and then pour the melted cheese over potatoes. It is super delicious.
*Don’t worry, there will be more cheese pictures in the next post. I know that’s why most of you are here…..
*Also, not pictured is the Swiss chocolate. 4 o’clock is “chocolate time” so everyone pauses and has some chocolate. This is likely my favorite thing about Switzerland so far.
Love hearing about your adventures!
Chocolate time?!??? Whaaaattt?!! Omg why hasn’t this become a thing in the USA?!
Looks amazing and sounds delicious!! I may incorporate 4pm chocolate in my life!
Language is funny that way. When I was trying to learn Spanish, my mind went to French! Now it’s the opposite.
Love your updates. Exciting to hear what it is like and your jolly take on everything.