the best postcard I've ever written

Dear Ellie - 7am and I'm wide awake after getting in at 3 because it's Rome. I am in awe of and humbled by my classmates here and inspired because they learn without grades or obligations, but because they love to. Street noise, heat and dirt are replaced at night with leisurely dinners, intense conversation, cool breezes and wine. The city is alive and gritty and I feel very much awakened by this whole program. One thing is certain - things are going to get moving once I'm back home and grad school's going to change. Latin is good for the soul - Amelia