indian vs. indiana

Il agrandit l'esprit humain et lui apprit qu'il devoit etre libre.

-on Voltaire's grave (what everyone should hope to have written on their coffin)

It is not the moment for elaborate blog posting, but since my mom suggested that I give an update, I suppose I'll concede.

I'm in the process of reorganizing my brain's priorities to push aside dwelling classes that are... so far ultimately a huge disappointment (you should really see annie's blog for some ridiculous recounts of happenings in that department).  but like i said, changing priorities.  It's a new thing for me to not like school, but i hope to use it to make time and mental space for:

1. zine creation, regularly and wonderfully

2. working on art explorations not related to class. no limits.

3. reading all the books i can

4. hunting up some bike riding opportunities, maybe on Velib

5. going to concerts and dancing like crazy (when fitting)

6. traveling and finding the best of europe!

so although it's been a roller coaster ride of three weeks (already? only?), there are some simple highlights that are worth mentioning.  The metro system is amazingly efficient, even though the closeness of the city is surprising and convenient to walk too.  Also, apparently the drivers here are absolutely used to and accepting of bikers, even though the drivers seem kind of nuts to me.  As far as French food goes, they have bread and dairy products figured out.  cheese, yogurt, baguettes, pastries. yum. we are eating other food groups too, but are lamenting the absence of black beans. oh, and macarons, they beat out the american macaroons hands down. 

i'm wishing for warmth and sunshine, but have to face the fact that it'll be a few months unless we search it out elsewhere. 

parents! sorry it's so hard to be an independent adult sometimes. i'm working on it.

professors and friends! you are all utterly fantastic and nurturing and inspiring. thanks for creating such a wonderful open and imaginative atmosphere to work in and inhabit.  this experience makes me remember that. 

everyone!  thanks for dealing with my laments/sending me love and distractions.  send me news of your adventures.

p.s. annie and i are already forgetting how the united states work. don't make fun.