It´s true. I just took a 3 hour test entirely in Spanish. The last time I did that was fall of 2004. Hmmmm... shall I even be optimistic about that grade? Seriously, I made errors for sure, but I do not think I completely butchered it. I know I am learning and that is the most important thing. The exam was only 12.5% of our grade and I think everyone was thankful it did not count more. We´ll see if I post my grade on this blog, ha.
I am really glad it is over with. We have an idea of what to expect now... considering we are half-way through our time here. Everyone is beginning to talk about being out of money. I think that is a sign of truly settling in Madrid. Oh and the exchange rate is only getting worse! I withdrew cash yesterday and the rate was something like 1.628. That is just nasty.
Our papers are not due until tomorrow so I have that to finish today. It´s only 3 pages so should not take too much time to write. I think I will ask my host mother, Teresa, to edit it for me. On the way home from school today I bought some passion fruit juice and it made me very happy. It was cheap too! In Madrid, it seems like every restaurant only serves beer, water, or soda. I was craving some juice. WAIT! AH! I put it in the freezer when I got home an hour ago....
YESSSSS... it´s semi-frozen like a passion fruit slushy! Delicious. Later today I will run in the park and work on my paper. I like these obligation-free afternoons. I am going to be a true Spanaird now and take a siesta!
Oh, I decided to stay in Madrid this weekend to save money, experience the city outside of class, and be simple. Two classmates who I have not gotten to spend much time with are staying with me. Looking forward to getting to know them better. I think we are going to go to the park behind my house and rent a row boat on the lake one day, have a picnic too. We also may go to the amusement park! ROLLER COASTERS!!! Ha. I´m pumped.
Hello Mrs. Tracy, Jordan said you sometimes read my blog and I wanted to say hello and that I´m glad your daughter is my roommate!
Hey Mummum, Papa, Aunt Beth, Mom, Dad, Daniel, Casey, Meredith, Michael, Cash, Mocha, Staci, Colbey, and anyone else that I am not aware is reading. See you all soon!
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ReplyDeleteMelissa, You made my heart full today hearing your voice! I had a good cry (a happy kind) afterwards. I imagine it will take us a year to catch up on all the stories you will tell about this trip. Dad wants to know about the topless beaches. You are minding your American manners, aren't you?!
ReplyDeleteI watched Dr. Saunders welcoming home the baseball team today on the news. She was like a proud mama. What an accomplishment!! We are all black and gold today! I think the games will be on tv. Do you miss tv?
I miss you. Love and hugs--big hugs!
We are enjoying "your" trip, but counting the days until you get home. The baby goats, green beans, squash, cucumbers, and tomatoes are keeping us busy. Please stay safe and enjoy every minute because I don't think PaPa will let you go again. We love you.
ReplyDeleteOh Melissa! I'm glad you decided to stay in Madrid for the weekend. I don't think you can see all that the city has to offer if you stayed every weekend. At least that is how I felt when I was there. This weekend you have to have to visit El Rastro at the La Latina metro stop. It's every Sunday and has TONS of shopping. This is the place to get ALL your souvenirs. You can also bargain/haggle with the vendors!
ReplyDeleteLove reading your blog!!
Staci