Counting down

Hi friends,

I’m getting down to the final hours in Spain.  Wow, crazy to think about it.  I wanted to send you all a quick update before I get on the plane tomorrow morning.

Since I finished finals, I’ve been hanging out with my friends, relaxing, and attempting to pack.  On Saturday, we all met up and went to an awesome tapas bar called El Tigre.  I had never been there before, but a lot of other people had.  We all ordered drinks and then got a ton of food (tapas) along with the drinks.  I really liked the food, and I wish I had gone to that place more than just once, although it’s probably good that I didn’t because it’s a bit expensive.  After El Tigre, I went to Sol with a few people to take some pictures, and then went home.  Saturday night, a big group of us went to the Egyptian temple that is in Madrid (Templo de Debod).  We just hung out and chatted.  It was a great chill night, and I had fun with everyone.

On Sunday, my friends Brittany and Maddy arrived in Madrid from Omaha.  They are spending a month here in Spain for a summer study abroad program.  Mary Kate and I met up with them at Retiro that afternoon, and we had a nice Creighton reunion.  We took them to Sol and went to Cien Montaditos (the bar with the 100 little sandwiches).  It was great to see them, even though they were a bit jet lagged.

Monday was another chill day.  I met some friends on campus in the afternoon, and then Megan, Victoria, and I went to the park to sunbathe and relax.  Those girls are my best new friends, and I’m so grateful to have met them.  We all go to different schools, but I know we’ll keep in touch, and hopefully get together this summer :)

Last night, a group of us girls went out on the town.  Those of us who were finished with finals went out and met up with Brittany and Maddy.  We first went to a sangria bar and then to some other bar where we were offered free drinks.  It was a great night out with just the girls.

Today, I spent the whole day packing.  Many of you probably know how much I detest packing.  I thought it would be easier this time because I know what I need to pack… it’s not as bad as when I’m at home and have tons of options.  But this was still hard.  I don’t have room for all my stuff, so I’m leaving some clothes and other things to donate.  Tonight is our last night out in Madrid.  I won’t be out too late, but I can’t miss the last big event with my friends in Madrid!

Tomorrow morning, I am taking a shuttle to the airport with Victoria, her host mom, and her roommate Maya.  I’m really looking forward to getting home!  Not very excited about the long flight, but I guess you gotta take the bad with the good.

All right, hasta pronto everyone!  Madrid, I’m gonna miss you, but U.S., I can’t wait to see you!

Much love,

Elizabeth