la première semaine (the first week)

sorry i haven't written so long.  it's hard to believe that it's only been a week since i've left home for paris!  what a wonderful end to the week it has been.  yesterday, i started off the day at musée de l'orangerie, a small museum that showcases some monet (to my pure delight) and a personal collection containing some impressionist and post-impressionist (i think) pieces.  i would definitely recommend the museum to anyone destined for paris, as it is small, very accessible, and in a great location (right near rue de rivoli and le jardin des tuileries).  then, i was off to lunch (if hot chocolate and a croissant constitute lunch) at angelina, world famous for their hot chocolate.  it was heavenly.  then, i stopped at repetto (mecca for ballet flats) and was off to my final french class (thank goodness).  this week has consisted of my first forays into french shopping and nightlife, and i have to confess, i like both very much.  tomorrow, i'm moving in with my host family, and i cannot wait.  until then, bisoux (xoxo)!