Soooo we're here! This keyboard different from American ones. Well we got to Rome around 9 this morning after an 8 hour overnight flight. My first word to an Italian was grazie, to the bus driver, because he put my bag on the bus. He said "prego." It was awesome. We had two INCREDIBLE meals here at the Servi and are now preparing to go to bed. The shower is literally like two feet by two feet. If I had a tape measure I'd confirm it. I'm a little homesick, but we're keeping busy so it's not too awful. I had gelato for the first time, incredible :) We were hit on once by Italian men after dinner. They said "Helloooo," to which we answered "Ciao, ciao." But they were not fooled. Immediately they recognized us: "You are english, no?" Maybe it was the fact that we were traveling en masse with no particular aim, maybe it was the star struck look we gave them as we stopped mid stride when they spoke to us in our native tongue. Never can tell.
I have learned a few other important phrases, such as "I'm sorry, I don't speak Italian," "Do you speak English?" "Stop" and "No thanks, I have a boyfriend." So far I've only utilized "thanks" and "very good," but I'm told this is a good start.
Whoever called me this afternoon, try again, it didn't show up on the caller id, sorry I don't have my voicemail up yet. I'll get on that. Also, if you're posting comments to these posts, I'm not getting those either. If you need to get in touch with me, you can call or email me at powellsp@meredith.edu.
I miss and love you guys soooooooo much! I'll keep you posted:) Ciao, ciao for now!
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Ahhhh! I'm so excited for you! Isn't the Italian language beautiful? Hang on for the ride- the meals at the Servi only get better. Oh- I saw your parents last night and they caught me up to speed on what all you have already been doing. Time passes slowly there - I can't believe that it was only a week before we were off to Rome. You're going to have a blast and knowing you, you'll probably love the hostel experience. When you pass through Interlaken on the way to Lauterbrunen, Switzerland, you'll want to stay at Balmers. Trust me - the party is worth the overpacked-ness. Tell Kiran I said hey and if she has a blog, have her post her link somewhere so I can stalk her too. Have fun, eat lots, and I can't wait to hear from you again soon! Ciao bella!
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