This week I finished my Michel Thomas French 8CD course. It’s taken almost exactly two years to the day. Far far too long. I guess that’s the trouble with attempting three languages at once. A much slower learning curve. All the more reason to try for the two hours a day rather than just the one I seem to manage at the moment.

However, way way back when I began I promised that when I finished this goal I’d treat myself to a years subscription (abonnement) to French Vogue. I’d totally forgotten until today – so instead of reading my French reading book today I tackled the French Vogue web site and learned all kinds of new words including the rather useful ROYAUME-UNI (United Kingdom). I navigated credit card questions and security info about encrypted online banking details successfully and made my purchase.

It was really interesting to have a purpose to my reading. I’m looking forward to all kinds of doors opening to me when I can read several languages. Not to mention the online shopping opportunities!

I feel thoroughly chuffed with myself for both finishing the CDs and placing the order. I can’t wait for my first French Vogue to pop through the door.