So today, I went for my first day of internship at the Jewish General Hospital. The day wasn't planned like it was supposed to. Look like my host was too busy to show me the hospital. Oh well, next time, I guess!
It looked like it was a busy day in general in the communication department. There was lots of meetings.

• What struck you on the first day?

What struck me the most was probably the kindness and "welcoming-ness" of everyone. As soon as I entered, when people saw me they immediatly introduce themselves to me and welcome me. That was nice of them. 
When it comes to the linguistic observation, well I'm not sure if this could be considered linguistic but they say "sorry" a lot. I knew it was present but not that much ! People are so well mannered.

• What new language did you learn? Begin your language lexicon (2-5 new words, expressions, structures)

Sad thing about today is that I didn't get to talk a lot. Probably what frustrated me the most. I wanted to talk but I got the impression that my host was too occupied with other stuff. Well, I did the inventory of some gift they plan to give for their holiday party. Why I'm telling this? Well I learn a new word haha. I now know what the word "lanyard" is. Trust me, after five hundred forty five of them, that word is stuck in your head the rest of the day. Worst than a song haha.
Doing inventory is the only thing I've done today. That is why I'm a bit disappointed. 
But oh well! Next week, I'm sure it's going to be better.

• Did you have any misunderstandings? What can you learn from your mistakes?

I didn't have the chance to talk much but yes, there was one. I arrived early (way too much) and then there is Mister... I forgot his name (I'll ask him again!) But yeah, he said something so fast that I couldn't understand and I was feeling bad to make him repeat (Yes, I know, I should make him repeat again! Promise I'll do next time) So I just nodded my head and said yes. That's when he started to speak french haha. I'm proud of myself though, I kept talking english!