Leaving in 10 days!

I finally made my first blog! I am going to try and post as much as I can here while I am away in Italy. Hopefully this becomes easier for me to use and I learn how to post pictures and what not. I cannot believe that it is already January 1st and that I am leaving in 10 days. I am scared, nervous, happy and excited all at different times. Today was one of my first goodbyes to all of my girl friends who are from Chico. I had a minor melt down infront of the boys but I quickly pulled myself back together. Just have to keep reminding myself that I am so extremely lucky to be able to go on such an amazing trip! I haven't started packing yet..which just makes me stressed having to think about packing my life away in one 50lb suitcase, small carry on and a backpack for five months. I leave January 11th and return on May 25th. I hope for good roommates, an unforgettable trip and that I don't have big problems while I am there. I will blog again once I have started packing and when the big day gets closer!