So I went on Sunday to meet up with all my other classmates and professors and so far it is going pretty well. I have met so many new people from all over the US and it's been pretty awesome. These people are just so fun and have their own stories and backgrounds. I meet new people every day and it's been so much fun.
On Monday we toured a providence of Madrid named Segovia. We toured a castle there, and we even climbed up the tower to go to the top and see an over view of the city! I think someone counted like 200 steps but the view was absolutely amazing. It was well worth it. Today we went to the Museo del Prado. I got to see so many original paintings of Goya and Velazquez including my favorite "Las Meninas." It's a beautiful museum and I am so glad I got to see it. Then it was time for a 5 hour bus ride to Bilbao! Yes 5 hours! I slept, journaled, read, and listened to music. Then we finally arrived. They took us on a mini tour of our university and it is quite beautiful! Tomorrow is another busy day of touring this city I will be living in. And I'm living in a dorm for the very first time ever! Everyone gets their own room with bathroom but for right now some people are doubled up. I'll probably have my own room Thursday. I wish it could be sooner because I really just want to unpack completely but I guess one more day won't kill me! Then Friday I start classes! I'm really excited to get the ball rolling on class and continue to meet friends, and explore the city of Bilbao. Being away from home by myself has become quite the experience and I have learned that you can't be shy. If you're shy you won't make friends. I know I will be experiencing a lot these next couple of weeks, and I honestly can't wait. And there will be lots of stories to tell with pictures :0).
