Sitting in my apartment, which was built in the 1800’s and is a historically protected building in my neighborhood in this part of Florence, I look at the 15 foot tall ceilings, colorful, geometric tiles, …
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First Impressions of Dublin
My first couple of days in Dublin I assumed that everyone else moved faster than me because I kept stopping to take in the view, but after a couple weeks in my current home base …
The First Week
Hello everyone! I’ve now been living in Aix-en-Provence, France for a week, and I thought it was about time to bring you up to date on what I’ve been up to and what I’ve learned …
Why I’m Doing This
11/19/18 As I sit in the Historical Society Library, draining the last bit of coffee from my grande Starbucks cup, I realize that a worrier (like me) should never drink this much coffee on an …
See you in four months, America!
January 6th, 2019, the day I’ve been excitedly (and anxiously) waiting for to start my four-and-a-half month study abroad experience. I cannot believe how quickly this date came, and how short the holiday season felt at …
So, Are You Excited for Ireland?
“So, are you excited for Ireland?” I think I have heard that phrase just a couple of times in the last few months. And the answer is, of course, yes. I have to say though, …
When everything goes wrong, keep right.
Many college students have the feeling that “nothing has changed” when coming home for the holidays. You may notice the new sign at the train station, or that your bathroom has new shower curtain, but …
Saying ‘Dankjewel’ to the Netherlands
It’s hard to think back to August, before I came abroad. Living here for five months has transformed me in so many ways. I have met some pretty amazing people and have been able to …
International Travel: Tips on How to have a Pleasant Trip
I believe there is a universal truth that most travelers agree upon, long flights suck. Being in a tight space for more than six hours doesn’t bring out the best in people. On December 28th …
The End of the Beginning
By mid-December in Bologna the air is grey and wet and cold. The humid wind digs into my bones and I cannot escape the chill of the coming winter. The rain turned cold and falls …