To say these past two months have flown by is an understatement. They've gone by so quickly that I keep thinking I'm going home and still have my summer ahead of me. More like I'm heading back to school in a week! But I wouldn't trade my time in Scotland for anything.
Edinburgh has been incredible. The people, the city, the experiences. I cannot thank everyone enough for making my time here so special. I will never forget everyone at the NHS and QMU, my flatmate, and the friends I've made along the way.
I came to Scotland with a few stereotypes in mind. For example, the Scots love to drink, they play bagpipes on every corner, they actually do wear kilts, they eat fried anything, it rains a lot, and they're downright friendly. Turns out every one of these is true, but that's precisely why I've enjoyed it so much.
The day I visited Edinburgh Castle and climbed up Arthur's Seat and took in the views from both places will forever stick in my mind as the defining moment that made me fall in love with Scotland. The views were some of the most striking I've ever seen. Medieval buildings, beautiful gardens, and the ocean all within an arm's reach.
Living in another country is on my bucket list, and even though I can now successfully check it off, I know this won't be the last time I visit Scotland or Edinburgh. I would love to come back for Edinburgh's famous Hogmanay (one of the biggest New Year's celebrations in the world), but regardless of when and why I come back, I look forward to the day.
And with that I say, goodbye, for now, Scotland. Cheers, I'll be seeing you.
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