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July 28th

Today we didn't have anything planned but a canal boat trip at 4:00. Prior to the canal ride, I decided to chill and work on my blog... nothing special.

The canal ride was nothing less than special. It gave us a chance to just relax, take the city in, and enjoy each other's company. And that we did. We filled the boat with drinks and food... maybe a little too much wine, and set off. During the ride, I realized how special not only the experience of this whole trip was but how special the group itself was. I want to give a special shoutout to everyone that was part of the group if it wasn't for everyone's openness and eagerness to become friends with each other I don't think this program would have been so great. Very early on I felt comfortable with everyone on the trip and this allowed me to open up more and be open to new experiences and learning opportunities. I honestly think if our group didn't gel like this we wouldn't have learned so much, because not only were we learning from professionals and professors, but most importantly each other. So I want to use this blogpost to commemorate some of the great people and moments I caught on camera throughout this trip. 
















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