Up to now, being in Spain had just felt like a holiday, and I think things are only beginning to sink in properly today. Got the room keys from the administration staff and then went to check out the my room for the next 14 months. It is a little smaller than the guest accommodation that was offered when I was here for interview & assessment, but I was quite happy with the size. I prefer smaller spaces that I’ll use rather than having unnecessary extra room that I’ll never use. The accommodation is of a pretty good standard here, no complaints at all!
Once we finished dropping off my things into the room, we set off for Cádiz. Came back in the evening, and today will be my first day on campus! I’ve not bothered unpacking everything yet, just my computer and some of my clothes to get rid of the large boxes crowding the room. Still quite nervous, I was invited over to the social club to meet the rest of the people on my course by the course mentor. I was quite tired and didn’t really feel in the mood to go but went anyway, as I was looking forward to meeting people on my course.
It was really nice meeting everyone, and there were one or two people that I’ve been chatting with over the net before – but it was nice to see them in person. The students and staff are a very friendly and welcoming bunch, which put me at ease. Not long after I was back in my room I received a phone call, and to my surprise it was someone I had met during my interview here in April! It was quite nice to hear a familiar, friendly voice on the phone from someone I had already met.
Having cooked, cleaned, washed and done everything myself for the last few years, it’ll probably take a few days to get used to my new luxuries of not having to do most of it apart from washing my own clothes! We have the induction tomorrow… along with a party in the evening!
You cook?? I’m impressed! lol
Have fun at the party ;o)