Expectations vs. Reality
Before coming to Seville, I did research on the cultural norms of Spain, places to not miss while being here, and I looked at lists of...
Trip or vacation?
10 days, 3 cities, 11 people, lots of pasta. I never imagined that I would take a trip to Italy with this many people, and I never...
Esta es mi familia, mi hogar.
(I promise I will get photos with my family soon, but for now here is our living/dining room!) Let's talk family. This weekend I had the...
The one month update!
This Wednesday marked one month here in Seville. Wow! I can't believe how fast time has flown by and how much I have already learned. For...
Poco a Poco
Some things: 1) My host parents, Margarita and SerafÃn, are absolutely fantastic. Marga makes the best food ever (sorry, dad...)! I am...
Growing Pains
Learning a second language feels like your mind and soul are going through puberty. There are growing pains, awkward moments, and a grab...
El primer dÃa en Sevilla
I have now been up for 30 hours with a few tiny naps here and there on the plane rides. On top of the jet lag, I have also been punched...
The adventure begins
I am currently sitting in PDX waiting for my plane. I have been awaiting this day for about a year now. It really hasn't felt real up...
