the "Free city"

I finally was able to sleep some last night, but am still amazed at how constantly tired I am here. I just don't get it.

Today we went into Christianshavn which is this adorable town just two stops away from where I live. It is one of the most expensive "suburbs" in Denmark. Mark wanted to visit the "Free City" which can be found inside Christianshavn. All I have to say is this had to be one of THE most interesting hippie towns I have even been in. As a child of parents from the 70's, nothing could even come close to this town. End of story.

We all ate at this cute little cafe in downtown Christianshavn and i had this AMAZING vegetarian lasagna and pesto salad. I also went into one of my new favorite bakeries in Copenhagen and bought fresh rye bread. YUM!

I'm convinced that my parents should come visit me because there is the best food, nearby harbors, and the coolest little shops. Mom, the bread is calling you:)

More and more each day I am starting to understand the Danish culture. I now feel completely comfortable going into the communal kitchen and eating and talking with my "kollegium mates". Well, for the most part anyways. Today at dinner I was eating at the table alone and two people that live down the hall from me were on the couch eating and watching the tube. Without even saying a word, the one guy got up and turned the T.V. towards me a bit so that I could see from the table too! It's these little things that make me realize I might to be fitting in...but only a little:)

I think that today was the first time since I have been here that I got a real dose of what the weather is really like in Denmark. Cold and rainy. As more time passes I am realizing that I should probably buy a sweater.

Tomorrow is my second day of class and for some odd reason I am excited about it. I love learning about the health care system here and I love the Danish girls in my class. They have the best insight into Copenhagen and its people. Obviously.

One more note before I sign off...while I can appreciate Danish culture and their complete comfort with their bodies...I do not need nor want to see a naked body every day from across Emily's window. Case in point, if you're changing...shut the blinds.

Hej Hej!