Today we went on an excursion to Sevilla. After a lengthy bus ride full of sleeping boys, many were excited for the bicycle tour of the city. Led by our tour guide, Vicky, we weaved our way through the crowded streets, while enjoying the view. We biked alongside the Guadalquivir river and visited the Plaza de España, which showcased a semi-circle type building with a fountain in the middle. There were only a few scary moments along the way, some aimlessly wandered into oncoming traffic (luckily not getting hurt), others forgetting to use their brakes and slamming into classmates, and even more falling off their bike for no reason at all. All I know for sure is that Jimmy Duffy was “accidentally” body-checked into some boards while riding his bike. Afterwards, we got a tour of the Cathedral of Sevilla. We got to experience the masterful artwork and saw firsthand 15% of Christopher Columbus’ remains encased in his tomb. We then made our way up to the top of the Cathedral where we were able to see out onto the city. The view was beautiful, definitely worth the long walk up.
Since we went on the excursion, we did not get to spend much time with our families today. Although this is the case, I can tell you more about my overall experience with my family. At first I was very cautious and conservative about talking with my family members, but now I enjoy doing it. Not only does it help me with my Spanish speaking skills, but also helps me learn more about Cádiz and Spain in general. I am more confident when speaking in Spanish than when I first came, and am starting to understand what is being said to me, even though I still get lost at times. I feel as though I have been welcomed kindly into the household and that my family as a whole is very generous and helpful. The food is great, but I am never able to eat everything that is given to me; there is always so much to have.
Although we have many activities lined up every day, there is always time to talk and hang out with friends. I go to different beaches with friends almost every day, enjoying them to the fullest. Although Will always leaves Rohan lying in the sand, the football games on the beach are always enjoyable activities. There are also many different plazas to explore. I have been to almost all of them and I am beginning to get around Cádiz without a map. The buses are convenient and extremely useful for getting to all the activities. I am thoroughly enjoying my time in Spain, and I know the rest of my classmates are too.
-Tyler Wolfe