Due to visa troubles, I have to return to the USA 5 months earlier than expected. Since I changed host families, I was too lazy to register with a school and I didn’t receive my contract with the family in time for my OFII appointment. Technically today is the last day that I’m legally allowed in the country without a validated visa. I tried to extend my stay by a few weeks so that I could get everything sorted out but the government said no. Sooo if I tried to come back after christmas I would be stopped at the border and I don’t want to go through all of that drama.

Paris has been absolutely amazing. I’ve made great friendships with some of the best people who I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. My french has definitely improved, and I have improved as a person. Leaving home and coming to France was a growing experience, and I’m ready to take that next step and go home, buckle down, and go to school full time. My goal is to become a kindergarten teacher who travels between international schools, that way I can travel the world and continue doing what I’m good at. Needless to say, I’m really excited for my future.

I’m going to make more posts before I go, since I’ve been slacking so hardcore.