finished up my second full day today. someone commented on how it seems like we have been here much longer than that and i would have to agree. yesterday, sunday, we (the same general group i've been hanging out with) hit up a nicer beach than the one we went to on saturday. the old one, Bathers Bay, is really small and the sand and water isnt that great (but it is close). the new one, South Beach is about a 25 minute walk from port lodge but it is entirely worth it: white sand, and just amazing views... the water is beautiful and clear, and there are some islands off in the distance... with the sun blazing it was just gorgeous. the weather has been sunny every day here and it is hot, but there is also always a stiff ocean breeze that negates the heat. the breeze can make it a little chilly later at night but then it just feels like spring instead of summer, both of which are quite preferable to south bend in february. after the beach we came back and did whatever. two new girls came in so i helped them with their luggage. there are about 35 people in port lodge, 18 ND kids-i think- and then there are some from iona, catholic, and sacred heart. only 5 guys total, and in all of the other american dorms there don't seem to be many either. i took a nap and then we went to Little Creatures for a late dinner. little creatures is a microbrewery across the park on the harbor, another 2 minute walk. i got kangaroo shish kebabs (heavily marinated/seasoned and very tasty. the other ND guy, dan murphy, said it tasted similar to venison). they make 3 beers, a Pale Ale, Pilsner, and Bright Ale. The bright ale was the best. the place was really cool, i'll put up pictures of it and every thing else one of these days. then a few of us got some wine and hung out on the beach, as it was one girl's 21 birthday and most places were closed.
today, monday, we had our first orientation sessions, mostly tours and talks and such, then later we went shopping and exploring, walking up to the grocery, mall, drug store, electronics. caught the free orange bus back home. grocery shopping was definitely an adventure. i had frozen pizza pocket things for dinner and yes mom, i made vegetables and had an apple also. everyone is exhausted from going out the past two nights and obviously the time change and travel, so we're all just relaxing tonight. more O week events tmr, and hopefully some beach time
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