Today's impromptu performances

Today was incredible! We all woke up at 6:15 for an early start headed towards the American National Cemetery to see Omaha Beach and to sing Amazing Grace, America the Beautiful, and the National Anthem (while the flags were being raised). Singing and touring the grounds were certainly a moving experience and all of us are proud to be Americans and here today. Don't worry dad, I got you some sand. 

After the cemetery, we headed to lunch and then to Mont St. Michel where we saw some incredible scenery. After climbing up an innumerable amount of stairs, we got to sing. In a small grassy terrace area beneath the abby/cathedral we sang "Tshotsholoza", "I'm Gonna Sing 'Til the Spirit Moves in my Heart", "My Gift", and "Total Praise". It seemed like everyone in the whole city got quiet. When we sang, there was no other sound. It was awesome to see everyone pull out their phones and watch. 

We were then given the option of touring the cathedral and Abby or walking around and shopping. I decided to go with to the cathedral and I'm so glad I did. While inside, Mr. Hillard decided to have us sing "My Gift" again and the reverberations from the room only added to the song. 

We are now on the bus headed back to Caen for dinner and the much coveted sleep we all need. I think everyone in select is having a great time and, while I miss home, this is an incredible experience and I can't wait to see what else there is planned! 

Love to everyone back home!

Katie