Friday, 2 January 2009

Arrival and New Years in Scotland




Well I have never written a blog before, but it seems that there are so many people wondering what in the world I have been doing since I have been here, that I think it's the best way to keep everyone updated. I got here on Dec 30th, and have been having an absolutely amazing time! I couldn't have chosen a more welcoming and friendly family. I know that these next 6 months are going to absolutely fly by!

Let me start by introducing the family to you. Rhona and Al are the parents, and have both been very easy to get to know. They have answered about a million of my questions and tomorrow Al is taking me out in the car so I can figure out how to drive stick-shift on the left side of the road!

Then they have 3 kids, Kelly (19), Scott (14), and Carra (10). Kelly is away at school most of the time up in Aberdeen, but has been home hanging out with friends and studying for exams. Scott is 14, and I am pretty sure he grew taller over the night last night. He is playing his Guitar Hero videogame every second he can, and jokingly told me today that the "bullying has only begun." I think he might be a little ahead of himself, but I guess that's how 14 year old boys are supposed to act. Cool. Carra is a real sweetheart. Last night we sat in the "lounge" as they call is (aka living room) and played Heart 'n Soul together on the piano.

On New Years Even I went with Al and Rhona and some of their family up a hill near their house. We watched some fireworks and I took a few pictures of the Edinburgh Castle (which I can also see from my bedroom window!)


Today I also had a chance to go to the coast and walk along the beach with Al and Rhona and took a couple pictures.I start my first official day of work on Monday, so I'll be sure to post more as it happens! Take care and thanks for keepin up with me!!!

Amanda
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8 comments:

  1. doctorwat2 January 2009 at 16:18

    Hey Kiddo,

    I've never blogged before so I guess it's a good thing that you started so I can familiarize myself with the process. Nice pictures. I look forward to seeing more. How far are you from the ocean? Nice to be so close to water!

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  2. Elan K3 January 2009 at 01:25

    sounds like you've got it made, be sure to keep up with the blog, and ill do the best to keep up with mine.

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  3. SandySaul3 January 2009 at 09:46

    Amanda,

    It looks beautiful, and so do you in that cute hat! I am so happy that you are happy, but that is all mom's want anyway. Tell your new family thanks for loving you, and to give you hugs for me. Miss you. Love, Mommy

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  4. Unknown3 January 2009 at 15:23

    Yay Amanda! I have been thinking about you a whole bunch and its so glad to see that you are doing well and that your family is so nice! Looking forward to talking with you/reading more posts!
    Love you!
    Eileen

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  5. SandySaul3 January 2009 at 16:10

    Hey sis!!!
    looks interesting. I can't wait to read more about this wonderful adventure!

    keep me posted!

    Shan

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  6. Linda Kahalnik3 January 2009 at 19:07

    Amanda,
    What a great first post! Glad the "first day of school" ended up terrific, but I knew it would!
    Lets skype soon! Let me know what times or days are good!
    love you!
    Aunt Linda

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  7. Kelly4 January 2009 at 21:34

    Amanda this all sounds so amazing!! What a wonderful adventure you're starting!! I miss you and think of you daily. I can't wait to hear about all your travels! Enjoy every minute!!! :)

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  8. Anonymous5 January 2009 at 09:15

    Hi Amanda!
    Sorry to have missed you when you visited Denver--I was hoping to catch up with you. What an amazing view! Can't wait to read about all the rich history and amazing places you will be exposed to! Happy New Year--I know it will be a great one for you.
    Dawn

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