Woooooo! Michigan, baby!
Hmm... doesn't quite feel the same, when it's not for Spain. Well... it is not to say that I'm not excited to go home - because I am, and very! Still, I will definitely miss my time in Salamanca.
Honestly, I would have never thought that I could grow attached in so little time. By the time I was walking out of my homestay, my senora was almost in tears. I (emphasis on "I") was almost in tears...
So, what exactly made Spain such an unforgettable experience? Aside from the amazing group of students with whom I shared my experience and the incredible and knowledgeable professors, there was a lot that made me love the Spanish experience. In fact, there is too much to list, here! Rather, I will try to show you!
Madam, need a hand?? (I make myself laugh)
Guernica requests that we only take photos from outside the room.
Is it even real???
These are only a few of the spectacular sites there are to see, in Madrid. Overall, it was an amazing journey, and helped me grow not only in my ability to speak Spanish, but also as a person. I feel that I have consistently stretched beyond my comfort zone, helping me attain a new understanding of the world around me, as well as a new sense of self.
As a final summary of our experiences, I've uploaded a video...
Until next time!
Maurice
Maurice - it was a memorable summer! I remember speaking with you at the study abroad fair in the fall of 2009 and was so glad to see that you decided to participate on a program when we first met as a group in April. I hope that this is the first of many significant experiences you will have learning about new places and cultures.
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