10 Juni - One month and counting

Today it has been officially one month since I left the states.  Four months left... is that a lot or not enough?  I feel like I still want to see so many things and go so many places, but don't know if I'll have the time or money to do it.  On the other hand though, I really miss my friends back home.

I got an email about my packing list for Amsterdam; to bring running shoes, good shoes, towels, a raining coat, and a guitar.  What a list! That trip is coming up in just a couple weeks and I am both excited and nervous for it.  I have to give a talk on Biomedical technology and accessibility to who knows how many people.  There are four participating Universities including faculty and students.  

This afternoon, I met with Wendelin and began a project plan.  I will be doing a cost analysis study on laser coagulation of retinopathy patients who have diabetes.  Sounds exciting, I know.  As we were discussing alternatives, I suggested a vasectomy... doh!  Not a vasectomy... a vitrectomy... big difference!  Way to get off to a good start and show him how smart I am.  The project is very fascinating and will be a great learning experience so I am excited to begin.  

I know I talk about food in nearly every post, but tonight I made a veggie mac and cheese bake with gouda cheese and it was actually good.  For some reason I always though gouda was gross and came in those little wax circles, but it is what seems to be the most common type of cheese here (aside from brie), so I gave it shot and it turned out great.

I can't wait for tomorrow!