So, the pre-semester is finally over! I am so relieved. I am happy to say that I things went well! When we finished the last final, I felt like I could breath. Everyone later met up and had a beer to celebrate our success. We did not stay out too late since we were all going to Berlin on a program trip. The train was departing early, so we need to quickly pack and be ready. The train ride to Berlin was miserable. It was extremely warm, stuffy, and crowded. I sat next to one of the other kids from the program, Ocean. We were able to get to know each other better. The trip to Berlin was not what I was expecting. Everyone seemed to be tense. I think everyone needed a break from one another. It just seemed like Everyone was sick of each other and desperately needed some space. So, the trip’s timing was not the best. Although, I was happy to break away from the pack during the free time. I was able to meet up with Rob and Wes since they were both from W&J and studying abroad in Berlin. I was able to catch up with them and hang out. It was nice to see some familiar faces.
I was able to capture some pictures from the tours. Although, the trip did not go as hoped/planned, it reminded me of how much I love Berlin. At the end of the trip, we finally got back to Munich and were able to enjoy our fall break. During the break, my boyfriend, Jacobo, came to visit me from Spain. I was so excited, but nervous to see him. It was the first time I had seen him in so long. It was nerve-wracking, but ended up being wonderful. It was an absolute blast. We had our first formal date at a Munich jazz club. We had cocktails, listened to live jazz music, and got lost in conversation for hours. I was happy to surprise him with the jazz concert. We spent the fall break together going to the daily farmer’s market, making dinners, and watching Disney movies. I was able to relax from the stressful pre-semester. After the week was through, we had to part our ways in hopes of seeing each other again. The winter semester started and my emotions were in a jumble. I was nervous because I did not feel like I had found my place with the rest of the Americans in the group and I was still unfamiliar with my housemates. I felt a little isolated, but hopeful about what the semester would bring.
That’s that for October. Check out my pictures below!
Year in Munich! 2017-2018 