Checklists

It is now soon enough to check the weather for the day I will be arriving in Rome. This is so crazy! According to weather.com, it will be a pleasant 83 degrees. Sounds wonderful to my Californian heart.
Yesterday I made a "To Do Before Rome Checklist" and even decorated it with pictures and pretty, colored font. Can you tell I like creating the list more than actually completing it? Well at least writing a blog was on it, so I've been somewhat successful at accomplishing my goals. Next up, buying Elephant Vanilla Chai (just like the kind at Classic Coffee, so excited!) and cramming for my Bio CLEP test on Monday. Prayers will be much appreciated with the latter. Hopefully I can move it back a day or two.
Other than making that list, I have been staring at my empty suitcase attempting to rationalize waiting to pack. Afterall, I still need to use the clothes I would pack since the temperatures are so similar right now. Professional procrastinator? check. Packing is the worst part of traveling, wouldn't you agree? I don't feel guilty.

I think I'll just go for a run and dream of my apartment and walking through the romantic streets of Rome.

Ciao! <--- Practicing my Italian, also on the list!

9 days!

Me in 3 1/2 months

Start about 30 seconds in and prepare to be amazed:

13 DAYS

I'm heading off to the land of the Romans in less than 2 weeks and I cannot wait to see what adventures await me. It is going to be the experience of a lifetime!
I planned to write my feelings about leaving, share my emotions, and all that sappy nonsense, but it still does not seem quite real. Maybe when my departure day gets closer I'll write a more personal post. In the meantime, I will make this promise: to photograph all my delicious food while in Rome. This is completely necessary, and not at all in an effort to make anyone jealous! Hopefully I will pick up some recipes I can bring back to the states.

Here is a little preview:

Yes, my mouth was definitely watering as I looked for a picture on google, it still is. I think gelato will become my best friend in Rome. I need something to fill my frozen yogurt void (Confesssion: I went to PJC 3 times yesterday for fro yo and milk tea).

I love you all and I'm excited to share my experiences with you!