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| Maria arriving at CPT airport |
It’s amazing to think that we landed
in this country a week ago. It has blown away every expectation that I had in
my mind. As soon as I stepped out of the airplane there was a long chain of
mountains right in my sight, which immediately put a gigantic smile on my face.
I was so eager to start exploring this city.
Our orientation has us living
like kings and queens. From Portuguese to Ethiopian to Indian, we’ve tried a
ton of different cultural restaurants, and I can definitely give myself a pat
on the back for trying all these foods. Back home, I would have never gone to
these types of restaurants but I’ve already expanded my comfort zone being here
for only a week. I love doing all of these touristy things with the group
because for now it simply feels like a long vacation. If you step outside the
door into our backyard there lays a pool ready to be jumped in. It still hasn’t
hit me yet that I am fortunate enough to call this place home for the next
three and a half months.
Yesterday we went to The University
of Cape Town to get ourselves registered at the university itself. All I can
say is: wow. I really do not think I could ever get used to a view like that
everyday. The people are also so kind here and are willing to help you with
anything you need. It makes me want to wake up every morning with a positive
attitude and fully appreciate what I have. I still think I am slightly in shock
that I am finally here and finally starting this semester, one that I have been
looking forward to for a long time.
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| Maria on Chapman's |
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