I think I'm going to start doing this more often because there are little ordinary things that you do that you end up being really proud of because of the language barrier/having to do it yourself element.
Today...
After putting it off for as long as I could, I finally went to get a haircut today after my host mother commented on how long my hair was getting at dinner the other night. Yes, it was necessary. So, after searching for good hair salons, finding one decently priced, taking the bus and not getting lost, I went. Not only was I able to explain to the hairdresser how I wanted my hair cut (with the help of a picture), I held a conversation with her in French. And I like the way my hair turned out. I had been trying to ignore the fact that part of my hair was sticking out in the opposite direction because the thought of going to the hair dresser and trying to explain how I wanted my hair cut in French scared me. But, it wasn't that bad and they were really nice. And so, another thing is crossed off the list of "things I'm nervous to have to do in France". Next up: going to the ATM :)
Today...
After putting it off for as long as I could, I finally went to get a haircut today after my host mother commented on how long my hair was getting at dinner the other night. Yes, it was necessary. So, after searching for good hair salons, finding one decently priced, taking the bus and not getting lost, I went. Not only was I able to explain to the hairdresser how I wanted my hair cut (with the help of a picture), I held a conversation with her in French. And I like the way my hair turned out. I had been trying to ignore the fact that part of my hair was sticking out in the opposite direction because the thought of going to the hair dresser and trying to explain how I wanted my hair cut in French scared me. But, it wasn't that bad and they were really nice. And so, another thing is crossed off the list of "things I'm nervous to have to do in France". Next up: going to the ATM :)