Well, that's all, folks! As my first year of university is coming to a close, I find myself both looking back upon the past 8 months in my new home and forward into the next 4 months. Today, I write my last exam and in two days, I pack up the car and head home. It's kind of a bittersweet kind of deal - I'd love to stay here in Van and take the time to explore every nook and cranny that this beautiful city has to offer, but at the same time, I think it's time to head back to my roots one last time before I make this place my permanent, new home.
But it's not all so bad. I know I've knocked Abbotsford for being ridiculously boring and close-minded, but it's still my childhood and where most of my nostalgia comes from. What's keeping me coming back this summer are good friends and family, and the chance to soak up some good times with them. It feels weird to be growing up, and sometimes I still can't fully believe that I'm how old I really am. So, in hopes of taking back the carelessness of being young(er) one last time before I launch myself into this big, scary world and real life, I'm going to make the most of this summer.
What I'm mostly excited about are chilled, laid-back times with friends I haven't seen since we all moved out and went our separate ways for university. Times to be had at the beach, road trips, camping trips somewhere in the wilderness, and our old stomping grounds. Of course, I'll make sure to keep in touch with all of the new friends I had the blessed opportunities to meet this year!
In just over 2 months, I'll be back in Vancouver for a day or so before my sister and I head off to YVR airport and board a plane to...LONDON! From London, we fly to Edinburgh and will spend about a week traipsing around the beautiful landscape. Are you familiar with Scottish highlanders? They're basically cows with really long fur (hair?), and the babies are absolutely adorable. Though, having said that, my bestie (Kirk) told me that they aren't very nice...maybe this'll call for a sneak attack. Also in Scotland, we are planning to take a train through the backcountry into the Highlands and spend some time up at my sister's friend Rory's cabin! I'm super excited about these Scottish adventures, I've never been to the UK! My sister also mentioned something about falconry...in which case, bring.it.on. I'm SO down for some badass activities like that!
Additionally, after Scotland comes España, which I'm of course also really excited about. Spain, from what I've heard, has one of the richest and exotic cultures out there, and I can't wait to experience it from the inside! Weeee!
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