This will be my first post to you via Italy. After a long and rather frigid airplane trip, I finally arrived in Florence. My team and I were quickly hustled into a long line of taxis that were ready and waiting to deliver us to what would be our Italian homes for the next 7 weeks. As soon as the driver pulled away from the airport, however, she immediately begun asking dozens of questions. We all stared at her blankly. Note to self: when planning to conquer a country, be sure to learn the native language. After getting our little.. (i don't even want to call is a miscommunication, because there was no communicating happening whatsoever).. non-communication matter settled (thanks to another english speaking italian taxi driver who was summoned over for help), we were whisked away towards our humble abode. You know how in the States, pedestrians have the right of way, and cars are to yield unwaveringly to them? Yea, well that doesn't happen here. Cars plow through the streets like it's a racetrack, and pedestrians can either move or be made into pudding. Tapioca pudding. I digress...
Our rigid class schedule won't commence until next tuesday (6th of july). Until then, we have orientation, walking tours, and Friday the entire group leaves for Venice. Dear Reader, when planning to overtake a country, always go for the water. So naturally, this is an essential part of my Tour. Tonight we have a grand gala at a fancy nearby hotel (they say it's a welcome party for the entire group, but both of us know it's to welcome yours truly). While I am immune to many of the challenges that often befall the unprepared traveler, not even I can fight Jet Lag. Even after a two hour siesta this afternoon I still have yet to adjust to the time difference. This evening's festivities should conclusively take the last drop of energy out of me. But alas, such is the life of an aspiring world conqueror.
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