So it’s official, I’m the big 2-0. My birthday was less than exciting considering the night in between the 12th and 13th I was extremely sick. I woke up shaking, dizzy, and sweating. My mono had flared up and getting 2 hours of sleep the night before your birthday, isn’t fun. I had early class that day but luckily got out at around 2. I came home took a shower and got into sweats. After laying down for a while I thought to myself, “no Leah, you are not going to just sit inside on your birthday…go do something”. I grabbed my book and purse and headed to the metro. When I got there I decided to go to the Louvre. As soon as I arrived I decided that I wanted to just enjoy the fresh air, so instead of going to the museum I sat in the gardens and read my book. I sat right in between some tree’s and flowers, and was under a statue. I felt so Parisian. As the tourist walked by snapping pictures of the scenery, I just continued to flip the pages and engulf myself in the story. Afterwards I went home and went to bed early.
The next day I went to the doctor and had to get blood work done, which was an interesting experience within itself when no one there speaks English. It was difficult, but hopefully I will get the results soon and will know if it is in fact my mono, or if there is something else wrong with me.
Since I wasn’t feeling well on my birthday my roommates let me sleep, but then last night they made me chicken stir fry for dinner, and surprised me with cake and ice cream. It made me feel so much better, and made me feel like I was at home. They seriously are amazing.
Thank you to everyone who sent me a card, and thank you to those of you who got me gifts, everything was so thoughtful and much appreciated! I miss everyone so much and can’t wait to be home again! Now it’s official! The countdown to 21 begins :D
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