I Think I'm Gonna Be Okay

I am pleased to announce that I have made my first 5 friends on the island! Last night all "newbies" were supposed to show up at the Sunset Beach Bar to get to know each other. Well only 6 of all 160 students showed up, myself included. But, I am so glad that I went. The people I met were very outgoing and seem like people I can become good friends with. One girl, Allison, is temporarily staying in the condo next door with her visiting parents. She and I went to the bar together and are going to dinner tonight as well. I think she might be a keeper!

All first semester students take the same classes at the same time. Here is my schedule:
8:00-9:20 Mon-Fri Biochemistry
9:30-10:20 Mon-Thurs Anatomy/Embryology
10:30-11:20 Mon, Wed, Fri Histology
1:30-3:30 Mon-Thurs Anatomy Lab

I'm thinking I'll come right home after lab rather than stay and study at school because of the Simpson Bay Lagoon Bridge. This bridge goes up 3 times a day to allow megayahts into the lagoon. The times are 9:30, 1:30 and 5:30. Basically there is one main road around the island. When this bridge goes up (max 20 min.) the traffic stops. So I'm pretty much going to try to avoid being on the road at those times!

Tomorrow morning there is a bus tour that the Student Government is doing. I figured I'd go to meet more people and refresh my memory of where things are on the island. Then, Monday is orientation and Tuesday is the 1st day of class!

On a side note, I tried on a sample white coat today for sizing and felt so grown up. It's hard to believe that my dreams are coming true. Can't wait for the Ceremony on the 8th when Ryan can watch me be inducted.

Well I better go get ready for dinner. I'll let you know how the rest of the weekend ends up.