PreDeparture

Yasou!
That's a friendly "hello" in Greek. I've been learning a few phrases here and there, but my real foreign language education will begin when I arrive in Athens. I leave Saturday, January 26th at approximately 6:25pm and arrive in Athens (after stopping in London) at 1:35pm on Sunday, January 27th (their time). There is a 7 hour time difference and I won't have internet in my apartment, so keeping in touch with me might be a bit of a challenge, but don't worry I'll be checking my e-mail and facebook when I can. I will also have a phone there, and I'll post my international number when I get it. Don't expect to hear from me for the first week or two.

Here's what's on tap for after I arrive in Greece. Orientation for the first 4 days which will include getting familiar with Athens, transportation, and shopping (of course). Then a "Weekend Excursion" to I don't know where. Then classes begin February 4th. I'll probably post again after that.

Just a reminder, I love you all and will miss you terribly! Don't hesitate to write!
Kalispera! <-- Good Afternoon in Greek

~Amanda