samedi 15 septembre 2007
An insolent French man is dead
When I was a child I didn't always understand his humour, but I liked the way he made my parents laugh.
Later as a teenager his humour made our Sunday family lunches pleasant, whatever the latest argument between my Dad and I had been.
And as an adult, even though the programmes he presented on TV were more consensual and boring, whenever I came across him, he reminded me of my mum, as they should have been the same age, had my Mum not died 21 years earlier than him...
dimanche 9 septembre 2007
First weekend
My first week at school is over. I've met all my new students, but can't say I know them yet. But I like these first moments at school because everyone tries to do their best, to listen to each other. There are lots of polite and shy smiles, lots of good resolutions made... We all know all this can't be perfect for ever, but everybody enjoys these instants.
I had planned to wear a skirt, look sun-tanned and a little younger and enthusiastic than usual, but the weather hasn't allowed me to do so. Therefore I've been wearing jeans, a tee-shirt and a pullover, changing the colours in order not to look too boring to my audience...
Today I should be working. I'll do my "homework" this afternoon or tomorrow morning. Indeed I'm lucky and will be free every Monday morning. No Sunday-night-stress this year !!!
Last night some teachers from my school came home for dinner. These are a few of those I get on well with at work. There are not so many I wish to invite home. We had a pleasant meal and evening. I cooked a Moroccan recipe, something I was trying for the first time, and I must say it was delicious ! (Olive and lemon chicken tajine). I'm about to share the left-overs with my friend. So, have a nice Sunday, and see you soon !
