Entre Les Murs

Second French Class

The class grew a little on Monday night, to ten people; still not a bad number. We did three-minute presentations, and after the first three I was convinced I was out of my depth in this crowd. The first guy spoke on the European real estate market, and fielded detailed, intelligent questions. The next two, while on a lighter topic, spoke comfortably, without reference to notes or searching for words. Fortunately, there followed one or two more at my level, and I regained a little confidence before it came my turn.

The "lighter topic" mentioned is an interesting reflection of the zeitgeist: the choice was completely open and no suggestions had been offered, yet two women elected to talk about Sudoku puzzles.

posted 11.1.06