Pre-Leicester

Hi Everyone!

So, don't freak out yet...I've still got one week left before I'm shipped off to the UK. But I just wanted to establish my blog, and let you all know that I will be trying my best to blog on a weekly basis from now on. That way you can read about all my experiences as they happen!


I can't believe how quickly everything has fallen into place. This time last year, I was filling out my application and now I'm filling up my suitcases! I've been asked some common questions so here's a FAQ section to help you out:

1. When do you leave?
-Saturday, September 15th, 8:00 pm

2. How do you feel?

-Sometimes I'm in a very calm mood, either because a) it hasn't hit me yet or b) I know that this is exactly what I should be doing. Other times I'm so excited and anxious to leave, I can't wait! I am slightly worried about the program, because I'm not sure what to expect of my classmates' experience & knowledge, and the material we'll be studying, but the whole purpose of doing your MA is to expand your understanding of a particular field and learn as much as possible, so I'm hoping for a challenge in the best of ways.

3. How long is your program?

-12 months. From October to April we take classes, and in the summer we work on our dissertation. But I will be coming home at Christmas for a couple weeks.

So there you have it folks, my life in a nutshell. Don't worry, my posts will only get more interesting from here on (once we get an internet connection set up in our house). I'll do my best to post up some pictures as well.


Before I close off, I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who has given me their love and support this year. Friends, Family, Professors, you've been so helpful in preparing me to take this big step in my life. I sincerely appreciate everything you've done - thank you!


Cheerio!