Other than the overdue arrival of free internet access, my life in Italy is going very well. I was bumped up a class in Italian, I have been learning about medieval and Renaissance Italian (and European) literature, I have been learning a great deal about music and opera, and I am developing ideas for my honors thesis.
As expected, the method of instruction is different than what I am accustomed to in the States. Although it was jarring at first, I quickly adapted and things are progressing splendidly.
The only thing I am experiencing adversity with is the weather. As a native Southern Californian, I am used to sun, sun, sun, wind, and some rain. As a temporary Florentine, I am abused by bitter, damp cold, lingering rain, hail/slushy snow, and a depressing, continually gray sky. Even though it may seem that I am completely opposed to the weather, I have found solace in the opportunity to finally indulge myself in the fabulous winter clothes that are unnecessary for the Los Angeles climate. Scarves, boots, tights, winter skirts, hats, coats, gloves--I am all over it!
More to come...and I will (someday) get up more of my travel adventures (with pictures!).
--Kate and I enjoying a peanut butter and jelly sandwich somewhere in Italy and desperately trying to stay warm!
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