Tuesday I had Ancient Legacies and the usual dance classes. I'm in the library currently, waiting to meet some friends to see Jurassic World (for the third time...it's fine.) Ancient Legacies and Biology are going to be a struggle. I prefer Shakespeare over Homer I think. But I'm getting smarter and that's sort of why I came to college right? My biology teacher is a hoot. She's from France and is really enthusiastic, a little sarcastic and long-winded. It's only a semester class and so far it's been a review of 7th grade biology. Anyone remember making a cell model out of cake and candy? Totally came in handy today. :) Adjusting pretty well, there are times when I just miss my high school friends or want to be in my own house, but learning to live on your own is so important, I'm just grateful for this opportunity and excited to get in the swing of things!
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Glad to hear it's going well. Can't wait to hear about your first wknd down there and all the fun activities.
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