Monday, January 26, 2009


Me and my friend Cara, who is studying in France this semester! She is so cool.

Hello Faithful Followers~!

Today is Monday, and I leave for my great adventure on Thursday!

Preparations are underway. I've been packed now for about two weeks. It's difficult to put your life in a suitcase! I've had to think about things I never thought I would- such as packing plastic dining utensils. So much is still uncertain about what it will be like over there, but you can only prepare so much for something like this. The University still needs time to prepare my room for a few days after I arrive in Denmark, so I will be staying in a hotel. While I do not have a roommate this semester, I do have a roommate for the few days I will be in the hotel. I met her on facebook- she is a student in Tennessee, and I am grateful to start off with at least one friend.

Being at home has really allowed me a lot of time to get ready and also to spend time with friends and family. Lately Rachelle Brott (my cousin) and I have been painting the town red, with Michaela and Zach following us around : )It's good to have company, since earlier this week my razor phone finally bit the dust, and the transmission on my Dodge Neon is failing. Other than that I have been judging speech tournaments for extra cash, running last minute errands,and pulling my brother's cat away from the space heater in my room. I'm afraid she'll catch on fire!

Not too much planned for today. I have to go pick up some Danish Krones from First National Bank of Omaha and I am anxious to see what they look like! I'll be sure to post pictures.

In closing, please add SKYPE to your computer! This is a website that gives you free video chatting, even internationally. It is easy to use, and I'd love to see your beautiful faces! Visit www.skype.com

Dedicated to Kim. My faithful follower.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Glaedelig Jul! (Glad Yule!)

Merry Christmas! Today is December 11, and I leave for Denmark in 1 month and 19 days. I am very excited, however nervous, trying to pull everything together!

Here is a 60 minutes piece on Denmark that is quite entertaining. Enjoy!

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Introduction I Suppose.


Well, look, here am I, a blogger. I never thought I'd have a blog, but this is for a specific purpose! I want to keep you- friends and family- updated on the adventures in my life while I am abroad. In January, I am headed to Aalborg, Denmark, to study at the University there, as well as do some traveling : )

So...here are a few preliminary facts:

Denmark has a queen! Her name is Margaret. She is pictured left.

Did you know Denmark is the happiest place on earth! Check out this 60 Minutes report.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shepBx2ogJo

While the majority of Danes speak in English, here are a few phrases I have learned:

jeg elsker dig- I love You

Hvor kan jeg finde is?- Where can I find Ice Cream?

and of course,

Jeg er en tabt amerikanske- I am a lost American.

Stay tuned for more!