Only Day Two?

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May 12th 2013
My day started off like many soon to come days; toast for breakfast with my host mom always wanting me to eat more, a walk through the park to the school, and the feeling of calming freedom. Although I was crying and having panic attacks the day before I left, I feel relaxed and know that this is where I am meant to be. I am finally able to confirm that the girl from China is real, and not just a ... read more

Europe » Spain » Castile & León » Salamanca

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more