Remembering Summer

Happy Second week of School!

Some of you might dive right into your academic courses just like I do the first week of school. I know, right? One thing that I always do the first few weeks of classes is to reminisce about the break I just have and to wish that I could go back to the summer break.

Well, we know it is not possible so I would like to share some of my summer FUN. In the meantime, as you are reading through my blog, I hope that you can also reflect on the fun that you had during summer. Personally, I find it helpful to alleviate some of my stress.

Here we go: 

At the beginning of summer break, me and my roommate Van ( also one of the blogger for our International Student Blog :) )  took a 4-day trip to New York City. We have taken advantage of the convenient transportation to get around Manhattan. One of the highlight of the trip that I was able to experience diverse culture in New York.  There were variety of cuisines that we could select from, and I have tried my standard of authentic cantonese food in chinatown in New york city. Being away from home for so long, having a taste of an authentic wonton noodle soup is valuable to me.  Exploring central park is another aspect that I enjoyed during trip to New York City. It actually gave us opportunity to take some time off citywalk. The skyscrapers were great but for someone who grew up in a big city, I prefer trees and mountains. Having been to New York City, it makes me appreciate the nature resource that we have in PNW.

Since Van has been away for a whole semester to study away, we have driven down to Portland to visit our other roommate, Michelle. It was fun when Michelle took us out exploring Portland city, and we stopped by the Rose Garden. At that time, it was around 37 celsius ( approximately 99 Fahrenheit). Before we headed there, we were wondering if the roses were able to endure the heat. Apparently they did, and for us, we just needed to keep ourselves hydrated.

Self-care tip during study and stress: KEEP HYDRATED  

Another highlight of my summer was when my mom and sister came and visited me at PLU. I have shown them the beauty PNW. We went to Olympic National Park, and drove up to Hurricane Ridge. When we were at the bottom of mountain, it was rainy and foggy. We were concerned that we might not be able to see anything on the top. However, when we almost reached the top, we got a glimpse of blue sky, and when we got to the top, it was sunny up on the mountain. ( Always stay positive :) )  I also took them down to Oregon to visit the Rose Garden.

 

It was hard to say goodbye to two of the most important people in my life: my mom and sister. I am more than grateful that I have them in my life supporting me, making laugh and relieving my stress during my nursing school.

To wrap up:   Stay positive

                     Stay hydrated

                     Be appreciative of the supports that you receive

                     

- Camille