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| By the moat, along the walk to school |
It's been beautiful the last 2 days (Friday-Saturday) so I've been trying to make sure I always have my camera! I couldn't resist stopping on my walk to breakfast recently to take these photos:
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| path beside the moat on the way to school |
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| it's hard to see but there's geese flying in the middle! |
Yesterday after breakfast, one of the students I ate with invited me to study in the gardens with her, since it was such a nice day. So I did, and it was much nicer than being inside! We just sat down on the stone path in the middle of the rose garden for about an hour and a half. Views from my study spot:
Yesterday was pretty quiet here because most people either had field studies or went in to London (or Brighton or Hailsham) anyways. I was looking forward to some unscheduled time and didn't really want to go anywhere! So yesterday I studied, had a dance practice, did laundry, etc. Last night we had a girls' movie night with the upper-year girls who weren't away on field studies, which was fun!
Today even more people have London field studies- I seem to be one of the few who doesn't (I have 3 next weekend instead). I have to admit I'm looking forward to the quiet; plus it's a very rainy, cold day, and I have a sore throat, so I'm just planning on doing some research in the library, resting, and going to bed early!
That's pretty cool to see a big flock of Canada geese in the castle moat !!! A little reminder of home - although the moat is considerably more scenic than the Burkeville ditches ;)
ReplyDeleteLove those rose garden photos; so pretty !
Thanks for being in touch this morning; it was great to talk to you ! I hope things go well on your first field studies trip to London tomorrow !
XOX
Love, Mom
Wow, I'm totally picturing the cast of the Keira Knightly version of Pride and Prejudice strolling through these grounds and gardens! Envious!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty walk from dorm to castle!! Glad you had a bit of nice weather, as it won't be long before studying in a rose garden will be an 'end of summer memory...'
I hope you get the jump on your sore throat, so get lots of rest and eat well to stave it off. I hope it clears up fast!
Enjoy some down time while you can, as it sounds like next weekend you will be on the go, and I am sure there is lots going on during the week both in and out of the classrooms... Love. Martha
Hi Hanna: How can you study outside, surrounded by all that beautiful scenery?? All those roses must leave a wonderful smell in the air. As Martha said, enjoy it now while it's warm enough, as the nice weather won't last too much longer. Frost is predicted here tonite. Brrrr! Take care. xoxox
ReplyDeleteWell, Hannah, my Hon! You are certainly attending one of the prettiest campuses I've ever seen! I know I'd be too tempted to explore every inch of the place before taking time to study!
ReplyDeleteWhat are the meals like at the school cafeteria? Do you ever get a chance to do any cooking for yourself? Thru yer mum's blog, I have seen some of the dishes you put together - mmmmmm!
Have you been there long enough to make any comparision between life in BC and your current location? For instance, are items in stores more or less expensive than back home? Do you still speak like a Canadian or are you picking up the local accent? HA!! Have fun, kiddo!
I echo Mom's sentiments! I don't think my mind would be on studying, surrounded as you are in such a pretty setting..Our flowers are still lasting but fall is definitely in the air in the Cariboo!
ReplyDeleteHope you sore throat resolves itself without becoming a full blown cold! Nice to hear you are making some connections with some of your classmates. How do you get to London from where you are? Dance practice? Are yo just practicing on your own, or have you hooked up with a dance group?
xoxox
Auntie Bella
Hi Hannah - wow - Canada Geese and Alberta Wild Roses, how beautiful for you. I am really enjoying reading your blog and following along on your remarkable journey. I am sorry I have not posted sooner - I was having technical issues, luckily they seem to have resolved themselves. I look forward to reading all about the Globe Theatre. (I hope your sore throat was short lived - as I recall you have choir practise tomorrow!!)
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Hi Hanna I can't believe the Canada Geese, they came by to let you know we are missing you back home. The places you have seen are amazing, thank you so much for sharing your trip with us I am really enjoying your blog.
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Sue & Jadyn
XO