Work has Begun

My parents left on Wednesday morning, I said goodbye as they got in the bus headed towards the city for the airport. I had been staying at my new place for the past two nights, learning about the guys I was living with. Not to fear, they are really cool!
As I made my walk back to the other side of town that morning I couldn't help but smile. My parents had just left, I was all by myself in this great town... I had finally did this! Yes, with a little help, but I was here now, on my own. It was an incredible feeling that I can't even describe. I have been wanting to be here for a while now, (I know I keep saying this, but each day it gets more and more real)... and now I unpack!!!

I hung around my house most of the day, and eventually made it out to the store. I needed a few bathroom items and wanted to get them before it got dark or the rain began. It was really fun walking to the store by myself, purchasing items by myself - in Spanish, and returning to my new home by myself!! I really like the area that I am living in. It is pretty close to Central Park and that is basically where everything you will ever need is located. My school is on the other side of town, about a 20 minute walk. I plan to start riding my bike to work this upcoming week, so that will reduce my time!

That night I ate dinner with one of my roommates and ended up talking to him most of the night! The next morning was my first day on the job. I was suppose to go through training and learn about my schedule and expectations...

Thursday was a good day. I learned a ton about the program, my school, and what I would be getting involved in. I would have my first real day on Saturday from 11am-2pm. I spent most of the day at work, watching others teach and helping where I could. I received all supplies that I would need and began to work out a teaching agenda.
That night I went out dancing with some friends (coworkers and their friends) and had a great night!! Friday was not an early rise for me, I had to be at work for a meeting at 10am. I had the rest of the day off. Nothing was planned for Friday expect to stop at the laundry mat to get some clothes washed!

I am looking forward to teaching on Saturday but a little nervous. I will give an update soon about what that was like!