Spain day 3

Its the end of the third day in Granada and I still haven't adjusted to the time change. It is also extremely hot here and that does not help any. I have had fun exploring the city and have done a lot of walking! Everyone here either walks everywhere or drives vespas around. The streets are really narrow and I have done my best not to get hit yet. I love my host mom and roommate and live in a great apartment in the center of the city. There is tons of shopping on my street and only 15 minutes away from the university which is also very convenient. Today we took a tour around the major places in the city and got to see part of the Alhambra but I hope to see more another day! We already have an excursion this Saturday to Ronda and a group of us are hoping to get to the Mediterranean on Sunday. Its been difficult getting used to speaking Spanish all the time...my roommate and I speak Spanish with our host mom a lot but are still getting used to the idea we are not supposed to speak English in order to not draw attention to ourselves. We went to a major shopping store today called Corte Ingles which is really similar to a Macy's but has a supermarket in the basement. It is also really expensive. Tapas bars are fun to go to and they are really inexpensive considering you get an appetizer for free! My roommate and I have also had a hard time adjusting to the eating here. Our host mom is really into healthy things and does not prepare large portions like we are used to in the United States, but today was a better day. We actually had a large lunch which is supposed to be the main meal of the day. Anyways that is all for now. So far its been a great experience!

Figuring this thing out

So I am not sure if I even created this blog correctly. I think I accidently created 2 accounts. Ooops. But I read my study abroad assignment sheet and saw that I could create and use a blog while I am in Granada, Spain so I chose to do it. Well here it is for those who would like to follow. I leave in almost 24 hours! I can't believe summer has gone by this fast but I am looking forward to my new adventure and hope to keep in touch with as many friends and family as possible!