I recieved word from an source that my wonderful school back home has linked this blog to the school's website. Can I say that I feel real cool right now, 'cause I do. Well let me fill you in on my life these past few days.
So the whole job thing is may not be working out. I haven't recieved a call back from the manager on when they need me to come in. I think that I will call on Monday and see what is up in the Shamrock. If the job isn't there, I'll move on to the next place that needs an exceptional waitress.
Ankle Update: all is well in Ankle country. Prevention of swelling was the key here. Thank goodness I paid attention in Home Ec class when we were taught basic first aid. Who knew I would remember that almost 10 years later. Well, I have to admit, I googled what to do just to double check. I just want to say the I love Google and even though it's in Czech, I still know where all the buttons are.
And can I say, that is one weird thing about websites here. All the websites are in Czech. Wait, scratch that. I don't want to sound completey dumb here but it's so wierd to be used to seeing a certain site in English and then to have it in czech, geez. At least with Google I can change it to the American version. This site (yes, Blogger.com) is all in czech and I don't know what it says. I'm just thankful that I memorized which buttons I need back in english world.
I am getting ready to go to Bratislava and Budapest this weekend. One of the other exchange programs, CEA has over 35 students and they take several day and weekend trips throughout the semester to exotic and interesting locales. The CEA advisor is charging me the transportation and housing costs but they are such a bargain! I am only paying $200 for the entire trip. It dosen't hurt that I'll be with all my crazy cool friends either. I do have to pay for food but here in Eastern Europe, food is very affordable. You just need ot make sure you don't eat or drink in the tourist areas because they are outrageously expensive. Just a tip.
I have been sick the past few days from a sinus infestion but my czech roommate Mike took me to the pharmacy and helped me find everything I needed. I am so fortunate that I acted on my instinct to get a different flat than the ones that were provided from the school. I'm in a better part of Prague, closer to the center, and in a very Czech neighborhood. Oh, did I mention that it's cheaper? Sheesh, that goodness for that!
I'm going to hop into bed now. It's extremely late and I have to get another stamp or four on my passport this weekend. Wish me luck!
Nashledanou!
P.S. That means goodbye in czech. Bet you can't say it correctly on your first try.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
May have a Job...
Today I checked out a website for expats, non Czech citizens that live in the CR, for any jobs that I may be able to do to make a little extra Krowns. I called about a waitressing position at an Irish pub called Shamrocks. The manager was really nice and asked me to come in for an interview.
Well long story short, I am going to have a trial period to see how well I do. I think I'll do really well so please say a prayer that I don't drop anything.
Oh, I am going to Budapest Hungary this weekend with another exchange group, CEA. The CEA group has about 35 students in all and goes on amazing trips to other countries and to sporting events. I have a lot of friends in the group so I am totally excited to get to travel with them!
My ankle is doing better though. No doctor needed so whoo hoo! Okay I'm outie b/c I have a lond day ahead of me. Tomorrow I have 8 hours of classes and it is silent tourture for me. Wish me luck!
Well long story short, I am going to have a trial period to see how well I do. I think I'll do really well so please say a prayer that I don't drop anything.
Oh, I am going to Budapest Hungary this weekend with another exchange group, CEA. The CEA group has about 35 students in all and goes on amazing trips to other countries and to sporting events. I have a lot of friends in the group so I am totally excited to get to travel with them!
My ankle is doing better though. No doctor needed so whoo hoo! Okay I'm outie b/c I have a lond day ahead of me. Tomorrow I have 8 hours of classes and it is silent tourture for me. Wish me luck!
Sunday, September 23, 2007
So I Haven't wrote in a while...
You might have noticed that. Sorry friends. I'll be better from now on.
So much has happened since the last time that I have written. I don't want to bog you down on my first day back, so I swear I'll go slowly. School is fine. I am only taking 4 classes but the classes are only held once a week so it is hard to sit still for 3 hours at a time. I am actually reading ahead of class for the first time in my life.
It's hard to believe that I have been here for over a month. Time has flown by and at this point I am dreading my eventual return home. I just can't imagine not being able to take the subway or the tram wherever I need to go. But, I have to admit I miss driving my car Fancy around. I can't wait to actually get in the drivers seat again but I will miss the public transportation.
Here is a funny story for you. I was walking out of Delvita, the grocery store, today and I missed a step and twisted my ankle. I felt so silly b/c I was sitting on the bottom of the steps swearing in Ebglish with my bag full of groceries right next to me. I became quite light headed from the pain of walking that I sat down with my back against a closed store front. When I was finished looking like a homeless bum, I got up and had a sudden realization. Here in the CR, people pee on walls and cars all the time. Its nothing to be walking down the street in the afternoon and see someone against a wall. Needless to say, I changed clothes as soon as I got home.
Don't worry, the ankle is being elevated as we speak. I really can't afford medical care over here so we'll have to make due with ice. Love you lots!!!
So much has happened since the last time that I have written. I don't want to bog you down on my first day back, so I swear I'll go slowly. School is fine. I am only taking 4 classes but the classes are only held once a week so it is hard to sit still for 3 hours at a time. I am actually reading ahead of class for the first time in my life.
It's hard to believe that I have been here for over a month. Time has flown by and at this point I am dreading my eventual return home. I just can't imagine not being able to take the subway or the tram wherever I need to go. But, I have to admit I miss driving my car Fancy around. I can't wait to actually get in the drivers seat again but I will miss the public transportation.
Here is a funny story for you. I was walking out of Delvita, the grocery store, today and I missed a step and twisted my ankle. I felt so silly b/c I was sitting on the bottom of the steps swearing in Ebglish with my bag full of groceries right next to me. I became quite light headed from the pain of walking that I sat down with my back against a closed store front. When I was finished looking like a homeless bum, I got up and had a sudden realization. Here in the CR, people pee on walls and cars all the time. Its nothing to be walking down the street in the afternoon and see someone against a wall. Needless to say, I changed clothes as soon as I got home.
Don't worry, the ankle is being elevated as we speak. I really can't afford medical care over here so we'll have to make due with ice. Love you lots!!!
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