I'm tempted to learn French.

Do it.

I mean I know Spanish is probably more useful in my region but???

I don't really want to live here forever and there's more than enough time to learn both

Duolingo is pretty great. I use the app.

it pretty easy to pick up on the language?

Afraid I couldn't tell you from a beginner standpoint. I use the upper levels of it to keep my French brushed up.

ahhh

it's fun, and you can learn two languages at the same time if you want, more if you get the app.