Ay ay ay

Yesterday we finally got to tour the cathedral in the center of Salamanca. We pass by it everyday and admire its beauty but we had no idea the extent of the beauty we would see. We got to climb our way up the scary, swirly, tiny steps to the top of the towers in the cathedral. The view was incredible and breathtaking. It's been a stressful week due to homework and studying for midterms so the view from the top of the towers was a nice reminder of why I'm here. I'm here to learn, and to study... not to mention a reminder of WHERE I AM! Salamanca, Spain... so quaint, and so beautiful. I'm very fortunate to be here.

After our visit to the cathedral we explored the city a little more before class at 2:45. We ate our lunch in a cute park and enjoyed each others company then Stephen showed us the local fresh market in town... it's fresh alright. The fish there still have their eyeballs. No thank you. At least the fruit looked scrumptious. After class we met at our favorite cafe for some helado and had a chance to nap before dinner. We've been searching for a cafe with internet that isn't one big cigarette inside and the search hasn't been very successful. Last night we decided to see if the McDonald's by our house had internet... well it did, so we planted ourselves their for the evening. I haven't stepped foot in one since I've been here, but I guess I can handle being in McDonald's in Spain as long as I can use their free internet :)

Now we're in our home away from home here... the library trying to put a dent in ourit homework this week so we can be worry free watching SPAIN VS GERMANY TONIGHT! It's going to be tough but... I have faith in my team. Yes, MY team. I found my equivalent of Tennessee Football... in Spain. Very interesting concept but I love it :)