Things were a bit harrowing for a while. I couldn't find an ATM at the airport that would take my debit card, so I couldn't buy my bus ticket. I had to lug 100 pounds of luggage around for what seemed like miles before I could get some cash. Then when I got to Oxford I couldn't get on the internet or make any phone calls when all I wanted was to hear a familiar voice. Glad I got most of that stuff sorted yesterday. I still have some pretty bad jetlag. I've slept until almost 1pm both days I've been here so far. Also, when I left Chicago it was a warm 90 degrees, but the average here in my part of the UK has been about 55. It's a bit of a tough transition and I can't wait until I'm adjusted and can feel like a human being again.
I've got my self set up in my flat. Its just outside of central Oxford, separated from the city center by one of Oxford's many canals. The flat is small and I'll be sharing it with three other Shimer students. I'm the first to arrive in the entire building, so the place feels a little lonely right now; I'm looking forward to company. I think some people ought to be getting here Friday afternoon. Near as I can tell, most of the people living in my complex are either from the US or Canada-- our own little North American ghetto. Here are some pictures.
Today I need to go out and find a cheap grocery and get my kitchen in order. I've been living off falafel and hummus sandwiches from a kebab shop down my street, and while it's been delicious its also expensive. I've got to start cooking at home. It looks like my kitchen is pretty well stocked with pots and pans and such so I should be okay to cook.
All this is kinda dull, I know. Tomorrow I'm going to force myself to get up at a reasonable hour, have a traditional English breakfast at this little tea shop I keep passing, wander around with the camera, and maybe stop in at the Ashmolean museum.
2 comments:
Your flat looks cute...........it's so small you'll have to keep it tidy!
I'm thinking this will be a good life experience for you.....lol.
Sooo... in your kitchen I think I see a mini fridge, an oven and off to the left maybe a tiny part of a sink. What's under the sink? Is that your clothes washer? If so, you'll have to make sure you put your clothes in the washer and not the oven :P Oh and btw, the kids say "Hi Uncle Heath! We miss yooooouuuuu!"
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