Weekend of lovliness

The weather this weekend has been absolutely gorgeous.  Friday evening, some friends and I attended a Black and White Ball-so much fun. 

Then on Saturday Mandy, Bethany, and I took a long stroll down the West Sands and just enjoyed the views.  Here are some pictures of the waves crashing in onto the East Sands:

Today, Mandy and I went with our friend Richard to see an art exhibition of Jack Vettriano's work.  He is my favorite artist and from Fife. 

Why hello Kate (and Happy 600th Anniversary St. Andrews)!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-12578449

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Such an exciting time to be at the University of St. Andrews!

Love my home away from home.

I can’t believe it, the days are passing so quickly (Tends to happen when the sun sets about 3pm!  Actually now the sun doesn’t set until around 5.)  Though might I note that we are now on Day 15 of rain (yes, I said Day 15!) 

I made it through my first set of finals and then during my intersession break I went skiing in the French Alps, staying in Chamonix, France.  It was so beautiful; unfortunately, my camera decided it didn’t want to work so the only pictures I will be able to post are the ones that I’ve taken from other people!  Still you will be able to see the beautiful scenery. (Is anyone having trouble viewing the pictures on my facebook?  If so, please let me know and I will figure something else out!)

Once back in St. Andrews, it was so nice to reconnect with friends coming back from holiday.  Semester 2 has started and it looks like it will be even better than Semester 1.  Semester 1 was really a foundation class (very necessary) so essentially we studied the history of the Middle East and Central Asia.  This semester I am actually doing security studies and focusing on political Islam. 

Last week I was able to help with a Rotary fundraiser to benefit local cancer charities.  The Rotarians put on a very eclectic concert complete with classical music, belly dancing, street dancing, Acapella singing, and lovely mature ladies aggressively playing the drums (they were my favorite!)   See link: http://www.byrerhythmtaiko.co.uk/

Last night was suppose to be a good time to see the Northern Lights (even as far South as I am) unfortunately it was too cloudy, so we didn’t see anything.  We did however have a bon fire; perhaps more accurately called an ember fire on the beach that was so nice.  This makes me really excited for it to warm up a bit more.

Love the beach.  Love it here! 

Cheers and xx

Amanda