Why is it July 1st?

I can not believe how quickly the summer has gone by; it feels like just the other day I was stalking the Jersey Shore at their pizza place and having conversations with the camera crew at the popular clubs. I also have already finished one incredible class at LDM. Travel writing was wonderful. It was by far one of the most interesting classes I have taken in college. The class has shown me a few options of things I could possibly do with my major in the future. Life in Florence has also been wonderful. I am really getting to know everything about the city and its culture. I do not think I could ever live here permanently (the lack of DDP is a huge deal breaker) but a summer in Italy has been wonderful. Through the friends I have made here I am beginning to connect more with my hipster side. I have gained an appreciation for more nature and modern art. Even a piece of rusted metal can be beautiful. Living expenses have also helped me to grow up some. I never realized before how many little things like paper towels, swiffer, and laundry are necessary to run a household. It has also been an experience learning to take care of these things for myself. A traveling to Paris by myself greatly helped my independence and confidence. In the times I was alone I was able to make friends and be one of the more outgoing people. I learned through my hostel stays more about different cultures and the way outsiders viewed the United States. I can tell that I am growing as a person through my time here. I am sad that my monomyth is half way completed, but I plan on greatly enjoying the time that I have left in Italy.