catching my breath

"Steady as a clock, busy as a bee, and cheerful as a cricket."

  -Martha Washington

Classes started last Monday. Needless to say, I've been a very busy bee. Club sign-ups, immigration appointments, homework, and meetings have all started up. Theresa and I also got sick this week but I am still so happy to be back in the swing of things.

I thought that studying in an English speaking country, I wouldn't have any problems in class. I was so wrong. They speak super fast and even the professors use a lot of slang. I find myself staring at my professor like an idiot because I can't seem to take notes and listen at the same time. It's really annoying not being able to do things the same but I think it will get better with time:)
As a study abroad student, I have the opportunity to change my schedule up until week three, but so far, I am really happy with my classes and the teachers. I'm taking Sociology, Business Management, Marketing, and I'm especially looking forward to my Irish Language class and Traditional Irish Music and Dance class. The language class is going to be a lot of work, but when in Rome....right?

The Irish students usually go home on the weekends, so the girls and I had the opportunity to relax in a quiet house and to clean it up!! I live in a house on campus with 5 other people: Maci, Maille, Dennis, Ashling, and Paul. The last three are Irish students. They're a lot of fun but they tend to be messy and loud so the rest of us girls are grateful for the weekends to catch our breath.

1 week down, 12 more until final exams!