Back in Cape Town

I am finally back in Cape Town, and I have to say that there is nothing like summer in this city.  Everyday is gorgeous and there is so much to do.  Hikes, beaches, just walking around, I guarantee you will never be bored here.  And that's just in the city. 

This past weekend, I went to a place called Church Haven with several Rotarians.  It's less than 2 hours away from Cape Town.  We spent the weekend in a cottage on a lagoon.  It was very quiet and peaceful, we just hung out at the beach, swam, ate, and watched the stars.  I hope to send pics soon!  

I also have finally started classes again, and I can't wait to see what they will bring.  I only have two - one is called Human Rights and Punishment and the other is Crime Theories and Social Order.  The Human Rights class sounds like it will be pretty interesting.  Already the lecturer was sharing stories about alternative sentencing programs, which is what I want to do my dissertation on.  The theories class will be interesting, as well, but it's only the second week, so I don't have much more to share about either of the classes...yet.  

In other news, I am currently living with 9 other people right now.  We're all good friends, but it's a pretty tight squeeze.  Currently, there are several Americans that I am living with, as well as two South Africans, two Germans, and a Zimbabwean.  Despite all the people, it is not a crazy frat house.  Everyone is either in school, working, or interning at various NGOs.  In terms of sharing things, like the fridge and the washing machine, we have learned to work around one another - but it does require a bit of flexibility.  We've also been  mindful of dishes, since we tend to have several people cooking dinner at once.  It also helps that we have someone come and clean the place about three times a week :)  

Also, I am back into MMA - I am currently in a beginner's class, but I am training to try and make it to the advanced class - keep your fingers crossed that I make it (though I can always re-take the test every month).  That's it for now, I'll be updating regularly about all the other goings on here!