GIAL

Well, today was my first day at the Graduate Institute of Applied
Linguistics. So far, no homework. Of course, I haven't had any classes yet
either, so I guess that makes sense. Today was only orientation and
registration. It's not exactly O-Week, but this isn't exactly Rice. I've
been staying with the Mr. and Mrs. Feia, parents of one of my friends from
Colorado. I haven't seen her in a while since she's been in Switzerland
each time I get back to Loveland, but we still email every once in a while.
The Feia's have been very hospitable and I've enjoyed living with them. The
whole situation has been a real gift from God. I'll write more tomorrow
after I see what the classes are like, and as I get to know the other
students and professors.