FINALLY, after all these years of dreaming, I took steps to make it happen. I looked for deals. I researched hotels. I booked the flights and hotel through Expedia. I counted down the days on my mirror. I started re-familiarizing myself with French. I packed 3 days ahead of time. I’ve never done that! I bought an almost entirely new travel wardrobe. After years of excuses and procrastination, I finally took the steps to experience one of the biggest things on my list.