Blogs from Rockaway, New Jersey, United States, North America

This was certainly a 36 hours to remember. Session 2 kids left, thank goodness...and camp was tidy by 1 pm. Then after a nap and shower, we headed out in a convoy of cars for a 40min drive to a bowling alley. The one game we had was amusing, with first time bowlers ending up on their back sides, throwing balls behind them, or not getting a score above 9! We then went alcohol shopping. Well, the over 21s did, the under 21s went to the supermarket to buy nibbles and mixers. The hotel was a Marriott with each room having a kitchenette and a very comfortable double bed. We had a great laugh, with a couple of people drunk after only an hour, so we made fun of them before getting drunk ourselves. The ... read more

Every trip starts before you actually leave. The three "p"'s of preparation, planning and packing are not as glamorous or eye-opening as the travels themselves, but they are equally important, if not more so, for the success of the trip! So, I am starting this blog from the beginning -- before I've actually left -- as I pack up to go. It is surprising both how much and how little one needs for a semester abroad. I am packing a remarkably small amount of clothing and school supplies for the trip (at least compared to what I normally take with me). At the same time, there are so many little things like travel documents and toilettries and books that are so easy to forget! I hope that I don't forget anything! Even if I do, I ... read more