Living the Jetsetting Life - Thanksgiving in Shelton, UK

Thanks to my lovely Australian friends, I'm living the jet-setting life! I made my way back to London for four days to go north (Norwich to be exact) to some small town where we rented a manor house. The manor house was called "The Rectory," where Queen Elizabeth I played as a child. How could I miss a manor house fit for a queen???? Well, I didn't. I booked my flights, made my way to Liverpool Street Station right after landing in London, and dragged my jet-lagged ass over to Diss.

The weekend was fabulous, filled with good food, wonderful company of so many people, and me finally breaking out of my shell to sing in public! :) Check out the pics of the whole weekend. And I must bow down to Joyce's incredible organizational skills. Not only did she rent the house and arrange taxis for everyone, she also managed to order food and get it delivered to our door. I love you, Joycey!

http://picasaweb.google.com/ysolmaz/ManorHouseChristmasLondonNov2007

Enchante, mon chérie

Bon soir mis amis! Pour les quatre semaines, j’apprend le français. Je peux expliquer mon nom, prénom, âge, adresse, numéro de téléphone, etc. Par exemple, je m’appelle Yalin et j’ai vingt-quatre ans. J’habit a Chicago et je travaille a Morningstar. J’aime cuisiner, chanter, danser, et diner au restaurant. J’adore voyager a de divers pays.

So, what do you think of my French so far ? I’ve been taking beginners French classes in Chicago since the beginning of November. After 5 weeks, this is where I am! So exciting!! I’m going to continue taking classes in 2008 before I make my way back to London, so I’m somewhat fluent in French next time I go to Paris. Watch out Paris, I’m coming fully equipped next time!!