I realize it has been a few too many weeks since I have last posted, but don't worry I haven't completely forgotten about this blog. I have felt the urge to wrap up this blog the last few weeks I have just been incredibly busy, but now I'm sitting at home in Columbia with nothing to do so I have no excuse. My last post was about my time in Scotland, and since then I have experienced a lot. My family finally arrived in Bath on Wednesday November 23rd, and got there just in time for our Thanksgiving meal. It was an incredible feeling to see them for the first time. My eyes almost didn't believe it was actually them, but it became a reality after I gave all four of them hugs. The rest of the day I had the great pleasure of showing them around my second home, Bath, and all that it had to offer. We then went to London for a few days and had a great time at all the normal sights plus Harry Potter and a soccer match of course. After London, we went to Italy for a week. We went to Florence for the first few days, then Pompeii, and finally Rome. That week and a half with my family was all I could of asked for and more. I finally didn't have to stay in hostels anymore, pay for all of my meals, and no more McDonald's for my meals. We also had great tour guides in each city we were in that taught us all about the art and history of the city. I learned more than I could've ever imagined in Italy which made me really appreciate the hard work my dad did to find all the great tour guides. Italy was a life changing experience and I can't wait to go back one day.
Now, it is time to wrap up my entire semester abroad experience in as few of sentences as possible. I absolutely loved my time over there. I of course LOVED the soccer aspect of it, but the entire experience was beneficial to me because I got to live in a completely different atmosphere for three months in which I got to find more out about myself than ever before. I gained a new sense of confidence over there that I didn't have before, and I now truly believe I can do anything and live anywhere my heart desires. I am also more care free (if that's even possible) and realize everything is going to work out for the best. I haven't had any difficulties with the transition back to my old routines and lifestyle, and honestly I feel like it has been very easy. The only thing I truly miss is the soccer first atmosphere that England had, but I know one day I will be back and that puts my mind at ease. I'm thankful that I had this experience and I hope many other people get a chance to experience some time abroad. I made some incredible memories over there, and I can't wait to get back. I appreciate everyone following my blog and I hope you all enjoyed it!
Cheers.
