Where to begin!

So Rome and Florence were amazing! I only wish we could have stayed there longer. I will definitely return again with lots of time to appreciate all of the artwork. It is really difficult to travel in a group of 50 and still be able to see the art and hear what the guide is saying about it. My travel style is the exact opposite. I love to go with just one person and take my time wandering the halls of the museum's or streets. I'm definitely not a schedule type of a person, so when I have to spend my whole trip being places at exact times for an allotted amount of minutes it can be frustrating. That is why I'm so excited about my upcoming trip to Ireland! I'm going alone, which sounds depressing to many people, but exciting after always being in a 50 person group. I don't really have an itinerary as of yet, even though I leave this Friday. My plane gets into Dublin and I'll be able to travel for 5 1/2 days. For part of the time I'm going to see relatives my Mom's side of the family. My Pop Pop is looking into that right now, and I think it will definitely make my trip! Instead of just seeing the tourist side of Ireland, I'll be able to stay with a family and see their town and life. I also can't wait to hear stories about my relatives in Ireland since I know very little.

On a random note, I'm finally meeting Spaniards! Last night I went out with my friend Kristin to a salsa club in Sol. We met two nice Spaniards our age who were there with a big group of friends. The girls didn't talk to us, but that's nothing new. The guys were so funny though and I finally felt like I found kids that were similar to my guy friends at home. I hit it off with David and were going to meet tomorrow. He wants to practice his Spanish and me my English, so were going to speak Spanish the first half and English the second. I'm also hanging out with my Scottish friend Gavin tomorrow cause he wants to practice speaking Spanish, so It should be a interesting day as far as communication goes...

My parents sent my glasses so now I have no excuse for not writing! So I'll try and update more often. Hasta luego!