Mercredi

No day in Angers is complete without a trip to the Monoprix. The Monoprix has a grocery store, a book selection (of course I noticed that), clothing, some electronics, etc. I have been there every day since arriving here and am constantly buying water and other things to eat for dinner. I found it's better to eat out for lunch and then munch on something for dinner, like a baguette (.75euro) or some good ol' fashion chips. I bought some jus de pomme and it is even better than American apple juice because it isn't as sugary. I took this picture at the Monoprix of this fascinating concept: putting chocolat au lait (milk chocolate) on un petit pain (bread). Personally, I love French bread. And I love chocolate more. As a result, j'adore les francais.


Yesterday after class is was so beautiful outside. Courtney and I decided to read in the little area outside of our dorm. It's not as big an area as it looks, but I thought the itty bitty daisies were cute. I thought my shoes were even cuter, and I fell in love with them even more when I was able to walk around Angers in them and not have my feet killing me.

This is a sign in the kitchenette next to my room. Each hallway has a little kitchen, equipped with a stove, sink, microwave and toaster oven. There is a delightful aroma every time you walk down a hallway and the students utilize the space often. It is obvious they value cooking and quality food, but it is a wonder that they are in the University and whipping up foods that are probably better than what Miley serves.

I'm a simple eater, so last night I was quite content with mes petites salades, merci beaucoup. I have found that if I am going to eat out, I prefer having lunch rather than dinner. By food shopping and eating dinner in le residence I think I am wisely budgeting. Today I bought some parmesean cheese at the Monoprix which will add a little something to mes petites salades.

Last night Courtney and I went out for a walk about town. We were looking for a cafe to sit in, but we ended up getting a scoop of ice cream and sitting with this view. Pas mal, not bad. ;-)