Scotland showed her true colors today, I’m afraid. Absolute gale-force winds brought in a smattering of snow, sleet, and rain overnight. Dreich, as you may be curious to know, is a Scots word meaning “dull, overcast, drizzly, cold, misty and miserable.” Though I have a hard time imagining a miserable Scotland, today certainly fits the other five adjectives! Since the petite travel umbrella I packed was no match for the high winds, this morning was quite wet. Thankfully, a golf shop on Market Street had a sale on and I invested £12 in a golf umbrella.
Despite the frosty weather, warmth can be found.
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the Christian Union as a part of my study abroad experience. Their friendship and shared faith have been such an encouragement. This week is 24/7 Prayer, sponsored by the Christian Union. Basically, Holy Trinity Church has opened a side boiler room (it looks far better than it sounds!) for us to use and the space is available, as you might imagine, 24 hours a day 7 days a week for prayer; such a dynamic way to challenge myself and invest in the life of St. Andrews.
On the docket tonight is a bit more homework and Bible study, but not before a wee nap!
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