Hello people! Hope everyone is well.
The past few days have been pretty stressful but now I have some downtime.
So, not the greatest end to week 2. I had class for nine hours straight on Thursday and then I had to study for a test the rest of the night. Worst part was, I couldn't really study because I was so tired. Thus, I think I didn't do so hot on the test. Fortunately for me, I have one every Friday... yaaaay!
However, I went to Nara to visit the Toudaji Buddhist Temple. As we entered we were greeted by countless deer! The famous Nara deer pushed and shoved, and even bowed for crackers. How many people say they got centimeters close to a deer... and pet them for that matter? Not many.
Witnessing the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall/ the biggest wooden building in the world) left me speechless. We smelled incense everywhere, and cleansed our hands before and after leaving. Although I don't know much about Buddhism, it has amazing history. Normally, I would go to a history museum at home and see the oldest date going back to the 16th century. This temple had historical items dating back to the 8th century. I am so glad I was able to experience that in my life.
As for future plans, I am moving in with my host family today! I am super nervous but excited. My host mom seems very nice and I hope to make a good impression. As for frequent internet access for the next 3 months... it's hard to say. I am hoping they have some form of internet but if not I can always use it at my school. So there have been some lows, but I think my highs balance them out :)
Missing all and hoping the school year is fun. Is Michigan winning? haha
Bye for now!
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