welcome to the austrian alps!

Well my loves, I am here... after a many plane rides, taxi, bus, train, and then the Taunerhof van, my humungo pink duffel, matching bookbag, and the best investment, my Gregory backpack, arrived to the school. To add a little adventure, my shampoo, conditioner, and body wash decided their bottles were too restricting and ventured into not only the baggie they were pack in but the bottom of my backpack... fixed that minor situation with a Real Simple travel tip (cover the top with plastic wrap THEN put the caps on). Miso soup warmed my belly this morning with some rich coffee. And the German language is going to have to become a new hobbie of mine.

Today a few girls and I walked around Schladming. BEAUTIFUL!! My school is right beside a ski slope so the lift is in business taking tourists up to the top for the view. We walked past some waterfalls where the water was clear as glass and the most refreshing blue/green/torquoise color as it rushed over the rocks. And it is fast moving! You can here the falls from a distance and there are little pipes with fresh water trinkling out for anyone to drink from. The town is very quaint with little shops and churches and oh, flowers! Planters are everywhere with flowers of dainty pinks and yellows and purples abounding. And yes, I stopped and smelled the roses. It's already a bit chilly, my scarf, mittens, and beanie already have come out both days since being here.

At school, there are about 60 students and half of them are Canadian. I am so excited for what the Lord has in store in these next few months of learning. The Big man is for sure going to be nourising my soul. There are three other girls in my room. One from Norway and shes a nurse, then another from Germany. I have yet to meet the other gal. I got a bottom bunk which I am pretty stooked about and as for clothes, not a surprise, I brought too many. But maybe they will all come in handy for layering?! Im sticking with that statement.

Thank you to everyone who has helped me get here. Your love and support have not gone unoticed by me and I know that if it were not for all of yalls encouragement, I would not be here. I carry you in my hearts and wish I could fly you here to share in this with me. Much love and hugs to you all and I will keep you updated.

Cheers!