This has been the most enjoyable week of a term I have ever experienced! Yes, I am doing lots of work, but I am also having lots of fun! Ascot was incredible - we watched 6 races with about a half-hour in between each. For the first four we sat in the 'premiere' stands with a fantastic view of the entire course, but for the last two we moved down to ground level to sit in the sun and see the horses up close. I didn't bet, but I still found the excitement of the race to be exhilarating! Plus, in between races, we people-watched and tried on the massive hats for sale. I felt so English and really wanted to buy one, but they are far out of my price range :) Then we went to the Ascot President's home, where we had little sandwiches, tea, and cake, then off to a lovely dinner at the golf course. Eight of us scholars attended, but only three spoke, including me, and the club was most receptive. Overall, it was a truly unforgettable day! I can't believe I have been to the Ascot Races! (Pictures to be up soon)
Then, this morning I woke up at 4:40am for a grand Oxford tradition dating to pagan rituals over a thousand years ago: May Day! The Magdalen College choir sings from the top of their spire, overlooking an audience of 8,000 - mostly students, some up early, some out all night. I liked imagining the festivities occurring centuries before and thinking about all the people who have walked through this town. After the seven-minute performance, my friends and I trekked back to the gorgeous neighborhood next to St. Ant's to get a 'Full English' for breakfast. Such a great start to the day, though I havent' taken a nap so I am about ready for bed (it's not even dark out all the way yet haha)!
But first I am going to our common room for a bit because we're watching Star Wars - an improvement from the Rocky collection last term, though I'm still holding out for a chick flick or two. Then it's a weekend full of proofreading!
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