Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

Ok I know I know, I'm being a bit of a baby waahn waahn (Kate's terminology, not mine). But seriously, one of the most frustrating things in the world is to have travel plans ruined. More specifically, it's hard to have something taken away from you that you were really looking forward to. So there, I admit it, I was looking forward to going home! So sue me! But, just as Bryan says, it's important to always look on the bright side of life. A huge crepe supporter and fellow Franco-American Thomas loved this song, so I'm dedicating this to him. And it's really true, because of le volcan, I am now relaxing in Lyon, spending some time with my beloved French family. And it really is lucky because who knows when I would have had the chance to see them again.

The French have a saying: Du bien avec le mal : some good with the bad. So buck up, kid. And remember, to always loo.... Ok, I'm sparing you of that obvious one. Scheduled departure: nine am Friday 23 April...