I survived my first day of medical school J. We have class everyday from 8 – 12pm, a 45 minute break for lunch and then another 2 hours of anatomy labs. I can already tell it will be a hectic, stressful and a very busy 3 months but, somehow, I am still looking forward to it!
We started with a lot introductory lectures today so instead of our anatomy lab we were stuck inside the same classroom from 8am to 3pm. Ugh. I’m the kind of person that needs to move around after sitting down for 4 or more hours so needless to say today was not so great – everyone was sooo fidgety by 2pm. Also, you would think 45minutes is a decent time for lunch BUT when you have to walk up a hill to get back to your dorm, cook a meal, eat, and have plenty of time to get back to class early so you get a seat near the front, it really seems like a 20 minute lunch. Did I mention that once our labs start we also have to change and get ready for labs within our lunch break? Yep it will be more like a 10 minute lunch. At least we will all stay in shape!!
As promised here are some pictures of the gorgeous island that makes studying and going to school much more enjoyable :) We can take hike in the jungle for our study breaks!
One of the trails leading to the Caribbean sea.
view from my dorm. Isn't it pretty?
Saba Island. This was taken on the tiny 20 person flight from St. Maarten. If it looks semi-familiar to some of you it's because they filmed an island shot in one of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies!
Me in front of the entrance of the school campus.
As soon as I get my photos organized I will post more the school campus and dorm.
Now, off to the library.
You probably have one of the most beautiful views ever from a dorm! You're not only in for the best time of medical school, but you've also signed up for staying at an almost vacational spot! Being close to the Caribbean Sea is something! But of course, you;ve got to keep your focus on studying and make some time to stay at the dorm to focus on the lessons and all.
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