Venice/Real Madrid Soccer

So, this weekend I went to Venice to meet my grandma and her friend Sylvia. I flew out after one of my midterms on Wed and left on Saturday. I don't have too much positive things to say about Venice, it wasn't that pretty, there were pigeons everywhere and the people were pretty mean and rude. So, here are the positive things from the trip: 1) I GOT TO SEE MY GRANDMA! It was really nice to be able to see family after being away from them so long. 2) The food was delicious! I, of course, got pasta both nights and desserts both nights! My favorite dishes were speghetti with cream and ham and merengue pie. 3) Pretty much the only building i really liked was San Marcos Basilica. It was extremely beautiful! With gold and different kinds of marble. It is deftinately one of the most beautiful churches I have ever seen! Some other places we visited were San Marcos Square, Doge's Palace, gondola ride, and other stops around the city. We also went and saw glass making at Murano which was pretty cool to see. Altho it wasnt the best city, I am happy I got to experience it with my grandma.

I got back yesterday and went to my first real madrid soccer game. I'm not into soccer, more a football girl. But, although i was confused a lot of the game with yellow card, ect it was fun to be there in the energetic crowd and to see the skill the players possessed. The rest of last night and all today i have been studying for my last midterm. So, that's all for now, pics should be posted soon. My birthday is tomorrow...big 21! I'm kind of sad that i wont be experiencing it with my family or best friends...but spain isnt bad either! I leave for Germany on Friday!

Ciao!