Stockholm: November 18 - 20

Hello Everyone,

Last Friday marked the beginning of another whirlwind weekend trip. Kiki, Bee, and I jumped the first train to Chareloi in order to make our flight. This meant a 4:30 am wake up call in order to be on time for the consecutive train to bus to airport to plane. Although we managed a little sleep during travel, believe me when I say it was no where near enough. Thankfully, we had the adrenaline of being in a new country and an exciting new city to keep us on our feet as we started exploring Stockholm.

Remembrance Day: 11-11-11

Hey Friends and Family,

Today was really special. I got to spend the 93rd anniversary of WWI in the Flanders Region of Belgium and attend their memorial ceremony.

Little Homesick

Hello All,

It is interesting to be on exchange and discover what things are really missed from home and what things really aren't.

Firstly, before I delve in, look at how beautiful the park by my house is. Belgium gets a real Autumn, unlike back home. I'm in love with how green the grass still is despite all the orange leaves.

Can't help but smile on days like this.

Just out of sight is a little bit of a fountain :)

Battle of the Cities: Video Follow Up

Hey Team!

This is something I thought was kind of neat. The Nike Belgium facebook page posted up a video compilation of our 10 km run. Take a look - watch for me throughout but particularly noticeable from the front at the 5 second mark and from behind (mass of bouncing curls!) at the 23 second mark.

I adore the shirt they gave us. It is really nice fabric and perfect for the weather in Belgium - which is still absolutely gorgeous (compared to Canada where everyone is bemoaning the first snow). I busted it out today for a run in the park with my German friend Tina. I'll have to take some pictures of the park here with all the amazing coloured leaves to show you all. Too beautiful!

Jacqueline

Italy: October 28 - November 2, 2011

Hi to all Family and Friends!

Because university activities were suspended for three days straight to celebrate All Saints Day (November 1) and both the proceding and following days, four of us (KSweet, Bee, and Germany) took the opportunity to escape Belgium and wander south. With no school for 6 days and cheap international flights, we launched into a whirlwind four city taste of Italy.

Our path and city order are in blue. As you can see, we stuck to Northern Italy.