Student Life

I have to say I'd forgotten how much work it takes to sit in class and try absorb and take notes from a lecturer. I'm now used to going my own pace with school (a pretty hard pace, but not like lectures)... I'm exhausted!

Unlike last year, where I instantly dove into the depths of despair due to the feelings of inadequacy, this year it's been a slow climb up the mountain of terror. I've left base camp 1, but not yet at base camp 2. The summit is a while away.

To better describe it, I'm kind of numb. I love being here, learning from the Cambridge law faculty professors - its an incredible experience. I recognize all the topics we're discussing but don't know any of the details (which is what made me panic last year). I think this time I'm aware of how hard I'm going to have to work the next few months, so am better prepared?? or maybe I was knocked down so many pegs last time that I didn't get worked up this time? Who knows.

Due to Cambridge not offering a class on my History subject, I am only in lectures for 3 of my 4 classes this time. The professors for each are excellent, but for different reasons. Trusts and Land are going very well with the format and information - which is good because those are my weakest. Tort is another story: the professor is young and new and uncomfortable, and is spending far too much time waffling than educating us. But I am learning a bit here and there, and he's talking a lot about recent cases (ie in the past year), so if I can quote some of those on the exams I'm sure the examiners will be pleased.

I've made a few friends here (despite my best solitary efforts LOL (JK)). One is a South African girl, then 2 ladies from Jersey Island (Channel Island), an Auzzie who lives in London, and a New Yorker. The group is much smaller than last year - there are less than 30 in my classes this time, when there were at least 60 last year. I prefer the smaller group.

I haven't had much of a chance to re-explore the town, but may have some time tomorrow on my lunch break. I'll be holed up in the library for most of the day though.

Otherwise not much to report. My europe trip already feels miles away. Cambridge, as strange as it sounds, reminds me of home so much that it actually feels like I am at home. In many ways last year and this year have meshed together already - eating in the dining hall feels quite normal. I suppose that's a good thing.

In my free time (when not sleeping or being stuffed with too much food) I am trying to load Europe photos on Flickr. Its a slow process (due to culling down the thousands), but I hope to get a big chunk up this week.

Alright, bye for now!