This week I received my acceptance letter...so it's official. This coming spring I will be studying abroad in Siena, Italy! I have never been to Europe before, so this is a whole new experience for me (but kind of scary given that I will be flying, settling in, and being in culture shock all by myself).

I'll be flying to Rome for orientation on January 12, and then taking a train to Siena on the following day.

I can't wait to start taking photographs over there! All the ones I've already seen show that it is an absolutely gorgeous place. Hopefully I will be able to take some photos and maybe put my style in the photos as well (since nobody likes a copy cat).

Right now I'm stuck between being completely elated and absolutely terrified. But, I've wanted this for a long time. I'm sure it will be amazing after I get used to the culture and Italian way of life.

~ Katie