The subtle differences between the US and Scotland are fun to take note of. The fact that Starbucks here doesn't require a key to use the restroom, the distinct Scottish way of speaking, the ancient faucets and fixtures, the clothes washer in the kitchen, the different grocery store layout. Dairy products are plentiful and of great quality. Fresh produce is not. That said, today I went to a farmer's market with a friend and found some good vegetables (such as a zucchini, potatoes and onions), fresh grown and not too expensive.
The real decency and sincerity of everyone I meet has impressed me. The reality of the work ahead has not fully set in though. The first day of orientation week was marked by rainbows which followed me to school. The weekend before, I had seen a similar rainbow from Arthur's Seat. The weather here is spectacular, and I don't mind it not being constantly sunny. The wind early in the week was intense, and kept some of the UEBS orientation tours from taking place. The wind also cleaned the city of the smoky filled streets and the rain periodically washed the cobblestones clean.
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| Pilrig St. at Leith Walk (close to a potential living option) |
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| Student Union: Teviot Hall at Bristo Square |
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| Business School at St. George Square, near the business school on Nicholson street |
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| George and Dika in Library Bar (Teviot) |
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| Donald MacRae's talk on Scottish Economy |
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