Studying Abroad in Spain

In the upcoming weeks, I will be deciding which program I will be involved in to study abroad in Spain for the upcoming Fall semester. I have two options that I can choose from. One is located in Segovia, Spain. This is about a 20 minute train ride from the capital, Madrid. With this program, I have the opportunity for an internship in an Elementary School teaching students English. I feel this would be a wonderful experience and opportunity. My other option is to study in Grenada, Spain. This is located on the southern part of the country, more towards the beach. With this program, I would live in a dorm style university with many foreign students. I would take my classes and be free to explore Europe on my own. Segovia is a little bit more strict and I would live in a house with a host family. Either way, I am incredibly excited to be living in Spain for about three months. I think this would be an amazing opportunity for me to really learn the language and culture from a first hand point of view. I am a Spanish major in college and this is something I have always wanted to do. I am a bit nervous to be living so far away and in such a different culture, but I know it is a once in a lifetime opportunity that I just cannot simply pass up. I will be making my decision by the end of March and will then begin the process of selecting my classes and booking my flights and what not. My family is extremely excited for me and completely supportive of my decision. I cannot wait for August!

Opening Day

It's hard to believe, but we start playing two weeks from tomorrow down in Kissimmee, Florida. This mild weather we have been having has really gotten us into the mood of playing. Usually, we step on the field for the first time when we arrive in sunny Florida; but not this year. We have been practicing outside and really getting a head start compared to previous years. I hope the weather stays warm, it will be an awesome season! The offseason has flown by and everyone, including myself is anxious to get out there and perform. We have high expectations for this season and we are all ready to see them come true. The seniors are just as excited as the freshman to step on the field, whether it will be the beginning of their first season, or the beginning of their last; we all have one goal: TO WIN! We will be playing 10 games in 5 days in Florida and then come back up to New Jersey for our home opener on March 17th. These last two weeks of preparation to stay healthy and in shape are crucial. Once the season starts, stamina from the prior preparation will be the only thing that will take us to the end.

2012 NFL World Champs!

So on Sunday February 5th, at approximately 6:30, the Super Bowl between the NY Giants and the NE Patriots began. As we all know, The Giants proved once again that they are the world champions and celebrated their victory in Indianapolis. This victory was a total team effort. From the passing of quarterback Eli Manning, to the running backs of Bradshaw and Jacobs, and the receivers of Nicks and Cruz, they were unstoppable. The players were full of energy and enthusiasm as well as the fans who were watching the game. I could not have been happier when Bradshaw entered the end zone with about a minute left to play. At that moment, I knew we had it. Once the clock ran out and the score was Giants- 21, Patriots-17, it was time to celebrate! Everyone was cheering; it was a moment I will never forget. Two days later, the Giants returned to NY for the parade in NYC where millions of people lined the streets to watch these heroes parade through the streets. The all receive NFL World Champion rings and each one of them wear theirs with pride. I can honestly say that I am happy to be a New Yorker and a huge Giants fan! I cannot wait to next season! This win is something that will stay with these players forever and will never be forgotten in the Big Apple.