Mer of French Words

 I forgot I wrote about French on my other blog- a sister blog to this, (see below) pertaining to language/culture/recipes and the like. I've been dabbling with the thought of reviewing and getting back into French again. And part of me feels I really need an outlet, and usually this involves language- something inspiring, interesting and to see the progress.

I woke up this morning feeling inspired about this, and realize I have a lot of resources already to continue learning. For instance, this morning I used some flashcards to review vocab with- and I already recognized a few of the words! Thats already an added bonus. But the motivation and inspiration have to be there, and so far it is. :)

I was thinking of doing a daily regimen of quick review and study. Just like I'm trying to do for my classes, it's important for something that uplifts my creative side. I was also thinking of dedicating certain French saints to this- getting to know them and also associating them with my studies, with the French language and culture. St. Therese and the Martin family I feel I've already connected with in this way. And I know there a lot more French saints!

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(From other blog)

French Inspiration

 Just because I had a dream the other night (while we were away in beautiful San Juan Batista), it influenced me to review or attempt to study French again. The dream was about my sister telling me I should learn French again. Ha! And all due to talking about hobbies and languages. 

So, yesterday, I got some outdoor time to bask in the sun and review some French. I forget how much I do know or recognize. And also, a year ago, I was in 2 French classes for my job at a high school and that brought back some inspiration.

What always brings back memories is listening to French sings that the classes listened to and voted on their favorite. I really liked one of them especially ever since I first heard it but didn't know exactly the translation of the lyrics. 

So, last night, I got the translation and its cool because I've listened to the song thousands of times- and still like it, now I know more what they're saying...but prefer the French rather than the English. 

Here are some of the lyrics:

Demain ca ira Song

Demain ca ira

On ne baisee pas les bras

Le soleil se levera

On ne restera pas en bas

Mon ami

L'avenir te tend les bras

Poser des pas

Construire un monde a part

Un nouveau depart

Pour tes droits et tes devoirs

Fond Africa

La route, elle est longue

Et tres difficile

Mais jamais (jamais jamias jamias) baisser le bras

Leve la tete vers le ciel

Et reve encore plus haut

Il y a de l'espoir

Ne vois- tu pas que c'est beau?

Tomorrow it will be good

We wont give up

The sun will rise

We won't stay down

My friend,

The future is reaching its arms out to you

Take a step

Create a separate world

A new beginning

For your rights and responsibilities

Build Africa

The road is long

And very difficult

But never (never never never) lower your arms

Lift your head to the sky

And dream even higher

There is hope

Don't you see how beautiful it is?