Hello from France. Yes I got here just fine. The plane trip was pretty nice--great weather not bumpy and I had a great seat partner. TV's at every seat to lots of movies to watch. Arrived in Paris at about 7:15 am and met some Sisters from Canada waiting for the train. Yes I found the train with no problem. Had a great ride to Le Mans and after a lunch of steak and many other courses went to sleep. Am well rested.

On Monday we had an orientation session for the lay persons. There are six of us here this year and it is a great group. We discussed Fr. Moreau's call the the laity and the Church's call to the laity. After more spectular food went for a long walk on the grounds of the Solitude where we have been staying.

Today we move to the City Center after breakfast and will have the afternoon off to explore. I am really looking forward to the rest of the session.

More later--weather is great--cool and sunny.

Karen