wow

i made it!

so far florence is amazing, but incredibly busy. it has been difficult to find a free minute to find a computer with internet (no wireless in our apartment). Our apartment is great and huge! we have three floors, three bathrooms, a little patio area outside which is situated in the middle of our apartment.

I still dont believe that i am here. the first night, mikey, miles and i walked around for a little bit in complete awe. we managed to order a delicious panini and enjoy a glass of wine. after, we walked into shops and a dollar store, but didnt buy anything.

so much has happened in the last couple of days that is new and exciting. the food here is great. many people claim that when people study abroad in florence they lose weight because the food is healthier with no preservatives. there is also a lot of walking involved living in this bustling city. wine is great, but i have ALOT to learn. the first night here, i bought a bottle of wine and didnt realize it was actually cooking wine and not acceptable to drink, whoops.

so far the nightlife has been a lot of fun, with many people going out every night of the week...thank god my budget will not allow that. the local italians are a difficult culture to read. most of the time you dont know if they are really upset with you being here or thats just the way their faces are all the time.

tonight, we have a walking tour of the city to show us where most of our classes will be held and to get a feel for things. after that, we will be going to a welcome to florence party at a club called Space.

for now, that is all. i am healthy and doing well.

caio!

Arrivederci Maine!

On the train to Boston and kissing goodbye the piles of snow outside of the train window. See you in 4 months Vacationland!

Leaving...

Tomorrow, I leave the Island for the next 4 months...although my destination is not Italy yet. I'll be taking the train to North Hampton where I'll visit Andrew (bro) in the woods until Sunday. From there he'll take me to Endicott where I am going to stay and visit until one of my great friends drives me to Logan on Tuesday. I fly out at 10:00 pm.

Anyway, that is all for now...my excitement grows each day and I can't wait to get over there!

WHAO!

Check out my apartment!

This shits getting official!

Via Dei Pepi 68

Florence, Italy

(Enter into Google Maps and you can see it on street view)