Friday, December 19, 2014

Broken bones and Beautiful Places

CIAO TUTTI!!

I'm sorry it's been a long time, but I'm back now:)

Well since my last post I've turned into Betty Croker, I hit 100 days, and I can now speak 3 languages!

First things first some of y'all already now, but last time I posted I had hurt my ankle pretty badly. Well it turns out that I fractured my ankle:'( But have no fear, because now its slowly getting better!!

 
 
Know if you really know me, you know I hate cooking! But Italy has made me hate it a little less. I've made at least 4 different types of cookies and a cake, and surprisingly they all tasted really good!!







I also hit 100 days in Italy! I've had the opportunity to see so many gorgeous places in such a short amount of time and its all thanks to Rotary and my amazing host family!





 



Onto more things...


This past weekend my district had a Christmas lunch for our host families...
That was an interesting day. 22+ people in one tiny kitchen with a half- working oven, and 2 stove tops. Needless to say I think the food could've been better, however it was a good day!


However unfortunately we have to say goodbye to the Aussies:'( Tom and Libbi I'll miss you more than words can describe! Thanks for making the first months of my exchange amazing!
 
 


 

This is Alessandro! He exchanged to Tennessee last year!
#SouthernsUnite

I FOUND SNOW!!!!!!
 This past week I had the wonderful opportunity to travel to the Dolomitis and Brunico for my host dads Christmas Dinner. I have a new obsession. 

 
 

Who knew I would like cappuccinos... not me!


Castello di Brunico

 
 
 
Okay so the Dolomitis are most definitely the most beautiful and breath-taking mountains I've ever seen! If you ever get the chance to see them... just be prepared to not have words! I stood gaping at these amazing mountains! These pictures don't do these mountains justice, but there as close as I can get you guys...
Sorry It's sideways

 





























I also got the opportunity to meet my host fathers rotary club, and they were a fantastic and welcoming group!  Brunico is on the border of Austria, so most of the people in the club spoke Dutch. Well I can now introduce myself in Dutch! Which isn't easy!

Lots of people have asked me how many pins I had. Well I had
never actually counted... until today.
As of today I have 126 pins
 


Last night I had a Rotary dinner with my host club and it was a lot of fun. I'm blessed to be in such a loving club. I can't thank my tutor and his wife enough for all they've done for me! I'm forever grateful to Rotary Club Udine Nord for everything they've done for me! I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them!






 Now its time for the future exchange student part:
 Sometimes when your on exchange you have rough days and nights. Its normal. Don't be afraid to cry, it doesn't make you weak or a coward. I had a tough night last night (Holidays are hard, but just try and stay busy), but I'm extremely lucky as I have an amazing best friend, Paige, and together we help each other through the tough times. Today I went over to Paige's house and we had comfort food (A.K.A Mac- and- cheese), watched our favorite TV series, and played with bunnies and guinea pigs.
So remember even though there will be bad days, the sun will shine again soon!










 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
This could be you!
Ever wanted to be an exchange student? Well, its not as far out of reach as you think it might be. If you had told me 5 years ago that I would be an exchange student in Italy, I would've laughed, but here I am. Exchange is the best thing that's ever happened to me! I've seen places that I've only dreamed of seeing, I've meet some of the most amazing people, and I've made memories that ill cherish for the rest of my life!
If you have any questions feel free to contact me!
Or
If you think you could be a Rotary exchange student, go to the website and fill out a application!