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I had my first full, uninterrupted week of school since the beginning of the school year. I went to my first handball practice on Tuesday. The coach and all the girls and the playing on the team are very nice and willing to help me learn the rules of handball. Handball is somewhat similar to basketball, so I wasn't absolutely terrible :) I hope that I will learn to play quickly though. On Wednesday, I accompanied Esther and some of her friends from her 2m class for Esther's Danish makeover. She is know looking very Danish with some new clothes and a hair cut. On Thursday I got out of school at 12:05 P.M. YES!! I went exploring on my bicycle around Hjørring. Luckily there are many signs in Denmark, since there were several times I had no idea where I was. My little adventure once again reminded me of the importance of a good map (cough* cough* Mom and Dad) :) I did make it home safely and soundly. But the best part of the week was on Friday. My gymnasium had this school event known as "Fredag (Friday) Cafe." I sat with my class and we just talked and enjoyed each other's company. They also taught me a few Danish card games. It was very hyggeligt (cozy (a very important Danish word)).

Danish is getting easier everyday. I am understanding more and more of everyday conversation. I can also carry on small and basic conversations with my host family and school friends. It is so great that I am getting so much help with my Danish. Even though I have to ask my classmates to repeat things to me many times slowly, they are always happy to help me. My family has been a huge help in my education. My dad Lars spent five hours of his time over a few days helping me read a short story I was assigned in Danish class. I am enjoying every moment of my time here. I love Denmark!