Hey Sorors and sisterfriends!
Very long time no chat, but I am checking in with specific questions!
My job (consultant) is placing me with a client in Paris. I would be working there for three months.
I am beyond excited about this, but also PETRIFIED. I am one of the few who never did a semester abroad in college. I took french for nine years, but haven't spoken it in damn near a decade!
Has anyone here worked abroad (in Paris or other locations outside the US) before? How was it? Was there a lot of antipathy towards you as an American? As a black woman? Do you have any tips or insights as to how to handle yourself? Any tips on getting an IT setup- cell? laptop? Luckily I don't have to worry about finding an apartment because the company is providing one! Do they accept Visa everywhere? I don't know what I'd do without my debit card!
Any input is much appreciated! If you don't want to post here, you can email me at lovelyivy at mac . com
Au Revoir!
LI84