It is so much fun to actually have things to write about!
The past few weeks were a total 180 compared to the first semester, I'm glad I'm finally experiencing what Erasmus is all about.
I'm especially grateful that I had the courage to really turn things around.
This wonderful lifestyle is accompanied by some setbacks though. A month or so ago I got such a serious throat ache that became so bad I could not eat or sleep. In the hospital they diagnosed tonsillitis and gave me a series of antibiotics. It didn't take me long to feel better, however a few days ago I felt it coming back so I went back to the hospital and again they subscribed antibiotics, this time a higher dose. They also told me I have a perforated eardrum, how, what, where...?
This time I'm really trying to sleep enough and cut back on the parties, while at the same time overdosing on fruits and veggies.
This time I'm really trying to sleep enough and cut back on the parties, while at the same time overdosing on fruits and veggies.
At the beginning of the semester I was feeling motivated so I thought it'd be better to plan all my homework and assignments as soon as possible. I wanted to be able to enjoy the sun when it would finally come. This whole plan backfired on me, I've had the bussiest past few weeks. But hard work will surely be followed by good results!
This weekend I am again passing on a wonderful trip, this time to Valencia and the Las Fallas festival. Easter break is coming up so I want to save my money and spend it on a sunny destination. And I'm sure I will see Valencia eventually.
Last weekend, me and some friends went to Toledo. Another one of those magical places in Spain. Spain is very skilled in blending the old with the new seamlessly, it's like you step right into a medieval town. And I love all the Arabic touches, that's why I've always loved Málaga so much.
Toledo is famous for making mazapán/marsipan/marsepein so I'm sure my daddy would really love it here. We took the most ridiculous little tourist train which turned out to be the best way to see the city. It drove around the city hill and the audio guide was pretty good.
The weather wasn't peaches but we had a great time regardless!
We are now planning our Easter trip, which could potentially bring us to Granada, Málaga, Córdoba and Seville. If any of you know any good hostels in either of those cities feel free to share!
Also, there ain't no party like an Erasmus party!