Since this is my first time ever studying abroad, there are a lot of things I am looking forward to. Studying abroad was something I never thought I would have the opportunity to do. It was also something I never thought I would actually do in college. Traveling to Italy is no challenge, however living there for a couple of months is. Adjusting to their culture and a new routine will definitely be a huge change for me. I’m the type of person to have their own space and stick to a routine. I’m excited to try something new and branch out of my comfort zone.
Although I leave very soon to Rome, it doesn’t feel like it’s actually going to happen. I think it will finally hit me once I’m on the plane. For now, I’m excited about all the new foods and slow pace environment I will experience. Based on the information I have heard, Italy is a lot different than what I thought it would be. I have visited it in the past, but I was young so I don’t remember much. Being away from home is going to hard, but this a great opportunity for me to grow as an individual and challenge myself into doing things I never imagined.