Ready, Set, FINALS!

I now have a great appreciation for why people winter in Phoenix. It is paradise! Especially compared to the triple-digits we had through October - the pool is actually enticing. Unfortunately, my professors think we should have other priorities. This first module consisted of 6 weeks of classes and a week of exams. Guess what, one more week of classes and it's time for finals! Four exams and a presentation, and then I am taking off to the Czech Republic for the second module, in Celakovice(a suburb of Prague).

Being back on campus has been very different than living across the street. My room faces a beautiful courtyard, with a pool and a bbq pit. It's landscaped, and quiet, and I am so productive in my room! It has been a revelation to me about how independent I am used to being. Leaving my car in Boulder was an easy decision to make, but every time I have thought, "It's only a few weeks," it gets a little more restrictive. In general I don't really NEED anything that I don't have access to here, but being restrained by the food and hours at the Commons has been oppressive.

Nonetheless, this semester has been eventful. Since the end of Jan I have been involved with seven group projects, founded the Wine Club on campus, been sung Happy Birthday in 7 different languages, made time for three French movies, helped Brian

do our taxes(on Valentine's Day, how romantic!), become a "beginner" at Czech, helped organize Asia night, and joined the Tower Restoration Project. All that, and only one all-nighter!

Here is the view from my room:

So now we're into preparations for review, and thinking about leaving in two weeks is a very scary thought. I'll get one more visit with Brian, and he gets to take me to the airport and send me off. Wish me luck!