The Cote d'Azur

4:11 p.m.

In Nice the past two days has been phenomenal. Both yesterday and today, the weather has been beautiful and seven other girls and I have layed out for at least 4 hours each day. I'm getting a little color. The best part about laying on the beach in France (or any European country for that matter) is you get to lay out "European style. " I would rather not explain this if you don't already know! Tomorrow, we plan on going to Cannes for the film festival, and of course, lay out on the beach some more. Yesterday, my friends and I went up to the chateau in Nice. It had an amazing view of the coastline and the port of Nice.

One of the best parts of the beach in Nice; the airport is so close that the planes flying in soar right over you. I can't wait for tomorrow. More relaxation! Plus...maybe we will see someone famous at the film festival! :)

My Last Days in France

12:06 p.m.

It is getting down to the last two weeks in Grenoble. I am starting to get anxious, but also, sad. I want to go home and see friends and family, but I know that I am going to miss my friends and new family here so much. Things will never be the same back home. I realized I have changed a lot within the last four months, but I can't exactly tell you how. There are certain things, I have much different perspectives on in life. The only way I can describe this whole experience is "enlightening."

I feel like I will have a little trouble re-adjusting to reality. Because Grenoble has become home, I know I will miss it. My friends here are the only people I can ever imagine being in Europe with. They have had adventures right along with me, and not being around them will be a hard adjustment. They have helped to change my life, along with Annie, and Miranda. I am so thankful for this experience.