I arrived in Oxford!
I passed easily through immigration in London and was met by my friends Jonathan and Helen who graciously drove down from Oxford to collect me (and my two suitcases!). They have also been kind enough to invite me to stay with them for the remainder of the week until I can move into Wycliffe Hall. Altogether, my arrival has been smooth, joyful, and blessed.
Today when my friends went to work, I set out to go shopping for some necessary items downtown. This led me past Wycliffe Hall- my college- where I will soon take up residence, then into the heart of the city.
Downtown Oxford surpassed my expectations- rich, historic, stately and gorgeous... I just walked around trying to keep my smile from bursting into an idiotic grin. I'm glad I got an early start and got to appreciate the lay of it all before it was brimming with people, because while it was rather composed in the morning, by afternoon it was a roiling tangle of travelers, tour groups, students, and other residents.
If there was one thought that went through my head over and over today it was how crazy it is that this is going to be my home for the next year.
I celebrated with a coffee:) Don't worry- I'm not hiding out in Starbucks instead of going to local cafes. I'll be hitting plenty of them as well... I saw SO many coffee shops I can't wait to study in! Besides, one needs frequent warm drinks to keep the chill at bay...
Moving in on Monday!
A crossroads downtown
Radcliffe Camera, part of one of the University libraries
Hertford Bridge, a popular landmark
