Here I Am!

Two long days of traveling and I had finally arrived!

Two in the morning, with two bags at my side.

I meet with a girl who was on my same flight

So we call for a taxi and go off into night.

 

I arrive in the hostel, and, most interestingly…

I meet my new roommate!!!

(She sleeps naked, you see)

Two beds are taken but one still remains.

The girl that I’m with, makes quick on her claim.

So I crawl into bed - with the clothed girl - no doubt,

But she suffered from night terrors, as I’d come to find out.

 

The acropolis by day, and Plaka by night

Everywhere with marble and ruins in sight.

Dinner with the group and then out to an “art bar.”

Our teachers lead us to, like the locals they are.

But we found our way home, as a matter in fact.

It’s such a beautiful city, I just have to go back.

But my poor weary eyelids could take in no more,

Back home at one, and up then at four.

 

Out on the ferry we waited for day.

Heading off from the docks we’re now on our way!

The Mediterranean – an indescribable blue!

It’s so rich in color, but also clear too!?!

The wind whipped up water, what a salty surprise!

Tastes good on the tongue, but it burns in the eyes!

 

Then out pops the island and I feel home at last!

We get assigned to our rooms and unpack and relax

So here now I sit, in my room at my desk.

Looking at all of your pictures, and knowing I’m blessed.

 

We toured our town, got a feel for the beach.

Everything everywhere is in walking reach.

A bit like balboa, but a little bit old.

The marble streets I get lost on are sight to behold!

And my school, we saw for the very first time.

It was like out of a dream, it’s one of a kind.

Tucked in the streets and up marble steps,

Through gates and arches – it’s as good as it gets.

 

Glasses of wine, with our orientation.

Being this happy was an overwhelming sensation.

Classes of poetry, painting, and writing galore.

Did I mention photography – ugh, my school’s such a bore.

The professors are wise, but they let us pick what to do.

There are some strange students, but there are great ones here too.

Santorini, this weekend, Mykonos the next.

Then off to Turkey! Who would have guessed?

I love all the people, I can’t wait to explore.

But don’t worry everyone, I still love you more!

 

I must get some sleep, I’m becoming a clutz

And there’s a bug in this room that is driving me nuts.

I wish I could see you and give you a hug

Seriously now, what’s the deal with this bug.

Goodnight friends and family, I’m missing you here!

I love you!

Yamas!

(oh, ya, that means, cheers!)

 

~K