by Robert | Jan 11, 2019 | North America
It’s been quite some time since my last post – to be honest, the past few months of my life have been so full and so hectic that I hadn’t taken the chance to reflect until over winter break. Thinking back, I achieved quite a lot that I am very proud...
by Robert | Sep 5, 2018 | North America
Hi all! It’s been a while since my previous post and I wanted to write a little update about my study abroad journey. Shortly after my trip to the Spanish consulate in DC, I got a very somber call from the study abroad office at my home institution. Long story...
by Robert | Jul 2, 2018 | North America
After a long week of preparation, my mother, sister, brother, and I pulled out of our driveway. It was 9 PM. The whole family takes an annual trip to Cape Ann in Massachusetts to visit my father’s family and participate in hometown traditions. DC is on the way,...
by Robert | Jun 14, 2018 | North America
As I see my plans for Madrid take on a more and more definite form, I like to step back and remember to live in the moment. This summer I decided to stay at my parents’ house and enjoy time with family before my journey abroad. As a short break from city life,...
by Robert | May 1, 2018 | Technology
Packing light is the only way to go when traveling abroad. In addition to the added weight and bulk when actually traveling, taking lots of personal belongings adds unnecessary liability to your trip. The possibility of misplacing or otherwise losing important items...