I've been in the Netherlands for 5 days now, after the most horrible plane ride I've ever experienced. I'm afraid I may never go back to Canada, for fear of getting back on that horrible thing again. I still haven't felt homesick, which may have to do with the fact that I've used Skype to communicate with some of my family, and it's nice to be able to see them, when we're so far apart.
I knew Europe would be different, I just didn't realize how different. It feels like I've landed on Mars, or something like that. Everything is old. Especially in the little town that I live in, 's-Graveland. It's about 30 minutes from Amsterdam, and the house that I live in was built in the 1800's, and used to be a school house. I have a feeling there are some spirits here, and for some reason, unknown to me, I'm not scared. But I should be, I always am when I feel spirits. It's .. strange, and different. But I'm glad.
The kids are really great, Luna and Bella. They're pretty cute, except Bella always has a snotty nose and it grosses me out. Haha. Marielle, the mother, is extremely nice herself, and very easy to talk to. I truly hope this works out, I mean I've only been here for a week and I'm not psychic.. but I hope it stays this good.
And everyone rides bicycles around here. It's a little insane. I swear they must outnumber cars. So far I've only met two girls, the previous au pair, and then Luna had a play date with a friend who also has an au pair, she is from South Africa (and white! shocking.. haha! No, I'm not that ignorant) and it seems we have a lot in common, and hopefully can be friends. I might go out with her and some other au pair's tonight... I told her I would... We'll see.
I haven't smoked a cigarette since Sunday, and I have not once felt a craving for one. Amazing! I'm so proud of myself. I don't think I will be able to be a complete Nun here, but at least I won't be smoking or doing drugs, although I may drink on occasion.
And I'm still in love with that silly vampire.
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