Bonjour

Everyone knows the stereotype about the French. Their thoughts on Americans overall, “les incompetent,” as Kevin MacCallistar’s older sister would say. It is enough to frighten any young college student with stammering French away. However, Luxembourg is different. The Luxembourgish people, as a whole, are very familiar with English. However, French is more in their comfort zone. As I stutter my way through directions and… well, basically directions is the sole thing I ask for… I can tell the Luxembourgish people are waiting patiently to understand and respond slowly so I can comprehend. Let’s just say, Madame Shmidt of Darien High School French would be proud- I’m finally utilizing the language and finding people who are helping me do so. Overall, I’m surprised at my ability to communicate. I have to say I have gotten the basics of “take a right” and “turn at the roundabout” down.