Still in the States

Today is my final day for packing and I can't believe how spacious my luggage looked only a few days ago. Now I'm attempting to cram a wardrobe for winter, spring and summer into only a suitcase and a backpack! Not to mention my books, shoes, toiletries, umbrellas, pictures-I know they tell us to pack lightly, but seriously....

I've seen a lot of old friends and family over break so that has been wonderful. Even though I'm still really nervous and anxious to live in another country for five months and leave all the familiar faces, I am also becoming more and more excited about this coming semester. I don't think everything will actually sink in until I am on my plane tomorrow. Well, better get back to packing. I still don't know where I'm going to fit all my shoes.