Ahh yesterday was finally a somewhat of a relaxing day.  We slept in and got a normal 8 hours of sleep. FINALLY!!  Nicole, Moira, and I made breakfast and did as kids in the States do and watched the movie "Princess and the Frog".  After that, we went on to campus to the library to work out our class schedules and school stuff.  I have never been in a library where there is monitor security who walk around.  They take their silence super seriously.  I got to skype my Dad and Grandma which was precious because, I haven't had anytime to talk to him.  It was sooooo good to see his face. Love you Daddy!  After dinner we went to our friends village Kilmurry across the way. And when I mean across the way I mean a 15-20 minute walk!  Anyway, it was our friend Tim's birthday.  He was turning 21, crazy exciting if your in the States.  Right!  Well, turns out he is from Amsterdam and not really a big deal.  Still we made sure he had candles to blow out and champagne to pop.  Our friend Patrick from Ireland was there and taught lots of things.  He told me many times he was "taking the piss" and my response was good for you???  Turns out it just means that someone is just "joking or messing with you."
Well today we are taking our first trip!  Just a small one on the other side of town to King John's Castle.  We heard it's beautiful so i'll be back with pictures for you all.

Love and miss you all,
Kierstin <3