One Month!

I can't believe I have been in London for a month today!  It feels like just yesterday I was so jet-lagged I couldn't function, having minor breakdowns with my tiny prison-like room, malfunctioning electrical issues, and NO WI-FI.  Thankfully, I got some rest, made my room my own and have successfully gotten the hang of different electrical sockets and the wi-fi :)

I have learned and experienced so many things in my short time here, that I am amazed with my personal growth each day.  In the past month I have learned that:

- I am more independent that I ever imagined I could be
- Just because people are different, doesn't necessarily mean I should write them off so quickly (talking to you, flatmates!)
- GBP does not equate to the American dollar
- Unlikely friends are the best kind to make
- Doing something new every day in London will make me the happiest
- I have an amazing support system, specifically my wonderful parents who are funding this wonderful trip! (I already knew this, but being out of the states only reinforces it)
- Jif peanut butter, sadly, does not exist here
- I will never take advantage of amenities I have back in the states, ever again
- Drink beer, it's way cheaper

Although it has only been a month, I have learned so much about this amazing city and myself, and I can't wait to see what the next 4 bring!