What were you grateful for this week?Feeling settled.

What was the most challenging part of this week?Becoming adjusted to the family and the time difference.

Tell us about a “wow” moment you had this week.This week was challenging, becoming comfortable. However once I felt comfortable it was incredible being apart of the family. A wow moment was when I cleared the dinner table everyday this week.

Tell us about your week!There were many exciting things that happened! First I got to know the city, which is both exciting and overwhelming. Rome is a lot!

S and I traveled outside the city this weekend to get some air. We went to Assisi; which was absolutely stunning. It was basically 6+ Cathedrals and Basilicas on a huge, HUGE hill. Hurt the legs and feet, but worth it. So so amazing! I learned to be extremely cautious when outside. I actually got followed home and when I got home told my Host mother about it and she gave me great safety tips. It was very scary, but it made me more aware. Now when I’m out alone I don’t stay out past dark and I walk with my head held high up. As I continue to learn I hope that I will become more comfortable in my surroundings. I’m excited to get settled and explore more, while bettering my Italian! I am enjoying practicing my Italian as well as being on my own in the city. It brings such confidence and hope when you learn your surroundings and successfully navigate! I discovered some great lunch shops, as well as clothing stores. There is certainly so much to see in Rome, but Italy itself is so big I can’t wait to see as much as possible!