Time flies so fast. As I plan my schedule for next semester and think about purchasing "souvenirs" for family and friends, it's hard to believe that my time here in Spain is coming to a close. In just 40 days I will be boarding a plane to return to the United States... what a bittersweet thought that is! As anxious as I am to be reunited with my family and friends, I don't want to wish these final weeks away.

I was fortunate enough to experience a very mild autumn here in Santiago de Compostela. There were several sunny, 70º days - which is pretty awesome for September/October! This week, however, the weather changed drastically.
Rain, rain, and more rain! The temperature has dropped to 50º (which might not sound that cold, but when you combine it with wind and rain, it becomes penetratingly cold). As much as the rain makes me want to stay inside all day, curled up on the couch reading a book, the people of Santiago don't let it stop them from venturing out and participating in their daily activities...so neither do I!

I am really looking forward to spending a few rainy days at the theatre, watching some of the movies that are featured in Cineuropa, Santiago de Compostela's international film festival. Every day from now until December 2nd, six different movies will be projected. Most of the showings begin at 8 pm and continue until 12 am. The best part is that each ticket only costs three Euros! I'm excited to see movies from Germany, Japan, China, France, Spain, and (of course) the US!!! Although it's technically Cine (movie) de Europa (of Europe), there are still several American films in the program. I certainly don't mind though; sometimes it's nice to have a break from Spanish. :)