Dear friends,
The title above, "four days", is the amount of time left for my beloved and I to get our stuff together in preparation for our big adventure. Here's a checklist of things already obtained, and things that are still in the works:
- Patrick's visa.
- My driver's license. About time, I know.
- Financial aid, including the teacher discount. Cha-ching!
- Laptop, courtesy of Patrick's gracious mother.
- Plane tickets. We leave at 10:57am on Tuesday for NY. Hopefully we can pop out, click some pictures, and get back in with no hassle.
- Phone numbers and e-mail addresses. All of our friends who wish to keep contact can do so through the internet; one of my father's old co-workers is French, currently living near Paris, and will hopefully be able to aid us in our travels; my grandparents' number and location, if something were to happen; people in the ISEP program who can help us with a residence, etc.
- Luggage. After a painfully feminine process, I selected all I needed for the trip to fit in a tiny carry-on and one big luggage. Patrick easily selected his outfits. We are scrutinizing every detail, such as measurements and weight, to fit the specifications of Ryanair's policies.
- Money. Old banks being closed, new banks being opened and filled with greens to convert to euros.
I trust I haven't neglected anything. Besides a possible gathering on Saturday, arranged by Patrick's mother, the remainder of our time here will be strictly business, taking care of everything else. Everything must be close to perfect to ensure a smooth ride and an eventual settlement in our new home.
Perhaps a permanent home? Haha. We shall see. Take care.
Laura J. MARTIN
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