Tick tock

I promised myself that I wouldn't count to see how many days were left until the end of the week. I started the first day I got here and the number 42 is just so giant and daunting. How will I get through 42 more days of this? That's 1008 hours of scorching heat and extreme humidity.

Every once in a while I just have to take a step back, mentally slap myself, and realize that I'm actually in Hong Kong. It may be a bit lonely at times but this city is bustling with life. It's exciting and imaginative. Though the level of fun I'm having now is not even comparable to my study abroad adventures, I still love the city. I love smoking on the roof of my 16 floor dorm and gazing at the view. It's gorgeous. Right in front of me is the ocean and the peaking skyscrapers are framed by giant mountains. The architecture here is truly spectacular and the city offers such a wide array of opportunities and adventures, adventures that Boston definitely doesn't have. I just wish I knew more people to explore the city with.

I also love being able to eat out constantly. Granted, I did a ton of brunch sessions while I was in Boston the beginning of the summer, but atleast eating out in HK won't completely destroy my wallet.

Luckily, I begin working tomorrow. I've already got my business casual clothes laid out. I love the initial excitement of dressing up for work. It's like getting ready for the first day of classes. I really hope this job is demanding and rigorous--that'll certainly keep me occupied at least.

On Wednesday I'm also taking a boxing class. I'm extremely excited. I've always wanted to learn how to box and I feel like it'll be the best way for me to get in shape. Hopefully I'll make some friends there.