Welcome

I would like to begin this blog with an apology. First of all to all other bloggers out there... I have never read your blogs. In fact, I used to believe that blogging was a good way to avoid sending annoying e-mails to everyone you know about how much fun you are having living an exotic life in a foreign country while we are stuck here being normal. However, after having approximately 27 people ask me if I would have a blog while abroad, I have finally caved in. I must admit I am excited to have an excuse to write about my experiences.
I leave for Sevilla on Tuesday the 6th of January. I only have 32 things left on my list of things to do before I depart, but instead of shrinking, that number seems to be growing. I still don't know my exact living arrangements, but I do know I will be living in a home with a native family and a roommate from UNC. I will also be traveling around Spain a lot, so if you know of any contacts or any specific "must-see" sights, I would love the advice. The biggest thing I am worried about, though, is packing. How in the world am I supposed to pack for 4 months in 1 1/2 suitcases when I could barely fit everything in the back of the van this past semester? God is challenging me.
Anyways, if you are still reading, thank you. I plan to update this blog regularly, but I can't make any promises. It is a new year, so just like any other resolution, I will hope for the best.
I love you all and I will miss you all dearly.