Dutchy

hahahahahahha, god that made my morning!!!

Hey guys! Had my first 4 lectures today. They were quite interesting and although seminars dont begin until week 4 (this is week 2), I felt like it could be good fun. By the way, I dont walk around depressed at all, I talk to everyone, ask them about their days, etc. It's when I get some alone time that the homsickness kicks in a little....I just need a routine!! Anyway, I know the world is tough, it just takes getting used to a bit. Once lectures REALLY begin and are mixed with seminars and the societies really take off (I'm doing the Entrepreneurs Society and the student newspaper) then I'll feel much better I reckon. The reason I mentioned the tunnel ....it was a complete metaphor....not to be taken as a huge depressing notion. I should have repreated the phrase that I felt overwhelmed. Anyway, thanks again! Going to watch a quick movie now, maybe go upstairs a bit later to see what people are doing and then off to bed for an early start at lectures tomorrow (no seminars means nothing on thursday and friday for me, so into the city to enjoy some true starbucks, haha.....and maybe another glimpse at the minster!)

Thanks for that V!! I know what you mean, it takes time to adjust. It's just so strange when you know no-one and even the ones you are getting to know are constantly busy with their lectures and friends (hence the feeling left out feeling). I am trying to get into groups, being nice to the people I live with and all that. But for some strange reason I want more. I feel this need for everyone to really like me.....its a real psychological thing I suppose. This first year is a really big group. People doing "Accounting, Business Finance and Management" (I'm signed up for that), Management, and Management Systems are all in one big lecture room (180 people). We all take the same modules in the first year. I just went to my first lecture and feel overwhelmed already. The guy spoke so fast and everything was so new. The hall I'm in is just for a year. After that we have to find our own places to live. I am trying to find people to do that with but of course thats really difficult if you've only known most of them for 2 weeks (and some only a week!). I suppose I wished the people I lived with were more open to me to begin with. Being international myself I know how other people felt when they arrived at the schools I'd already been a couple years and therefore I welcomed them and made them feel comfortable....I guess I expected too much. All in all, I expected things to be different....lectures where everyone knew eachother, friends made quickly, and house mates that would be your friends and support during your time at uni (at least the first terms). Anyway, thats my little ramble. I suppose I need to give it time, but for now, it looks like a giant tunnel with no light! Thanks for your support guys, really appreciate it. All the best, Floris

hey guys, just another update about uni. I'm getting to know people but at the same time everything is so new. The homesickness wont fade and that makes it tough. Lectures start tomorrow and my brother is coming over on Friday. The people on my floor havent really warmed up. I feel like they dislike me for some reason, like I'm an outsider. I've tried talking to them but its still tough because they dont really want to hang out with me. I hope time goes a little faster once lectures start. All the best.

vista is really weird with skype.....the advent skype phone isnt really good for it......

Man you guys a re helpful. It really struck me, thanks all. It's one of those things you know will work out but you wonder when.....how long do I have to be patient for until the others accept me too?? I suppose it doesn't help that I arrived a week earlier. 2nd of all I have made a lot of friends in other colleges so they may feel like I have everyhing sorted. 3rd of all, there is a door that seperates their part from mine and one other girl. And lastly, my door was always shut because it closes by itself (I tried a chair, heavy books, a rock, everything). So I will be buying a door stop to show them I'm not hiding or anything. Anyway, its a rough start. I miss my family loads and the fact that my sister is coming is great. However the activities organized for the college (tonight is Access All Areas where you go around all the college bars which have different themes) I never have a chance to go to because I'm really really sick (have a major "freshers flu") or because I was busy doing something else. I feel bad about this, but at the same time, I am enjoying myself to some extent. I just feel like an ass for not joining in on my particular college activities. Thanks for all the advice/support. It really means a lot.

Great words!! Thanks guys for all of your help and I promise to keep you updated on how things unfold. I suppose it requires time. It's just a bit odd that you have a group of friends outside of your Halls and can't seem to click with those inside your own halls....ah well! I suppose it takes time! Thanks again for all of your advice/comments/support, its very kind of you all and if you ever come to York (named tourist city of the year by Tourism in the netherlands) then please let me know!!! All the best, Floris

hey guys, thanks for the words. im having a nice time with a lot of people but i cannot get along with the people on my floor. they all eat together and everytime they do, i'm somewhere else (meeting friends in other places). because of this they dont ask if i want to sit with them for dinner and such when i am at my place since im always gone and dont know them, so its a bit lonely. anyway, the uni is really nice and big and the town is fun too. its just difficult when you live with people who act as if they dont like you and you cant get behind the issue.

Ken!!!!!! I miss you man! how you holding up??? you all better?? sorry i couldnt contact you before. only got my laptop last night and internet took a bit to install. thanks for the words my friend. I really am having a bit of a rough time adjusting. you ever gonna come over to england? keep in touch mate!!

Hey guys, I knew you'd be there! It's tough adjusting but I know what you guys mean. It takes time. I am trying to warm up to the people on my floor but its difficult (like Viennawatch said) when everyone comes from the same place and you're the outsider. Anyway, my sister is coming over for a day tomorrow so that should be nice!! Thanks for the kind words (not you CS, lol) and hope to see you guys around!!!

Hi guys!! It's been quite a while and I've really missed you all. I'm now at York university (have been for two weeks). I went to a week long orientation for international students and this week is all about partying although I have mingled with other colleges (houses) more than my own as I feel more comfortable there. I am living with about 8 other British people on my floor and about 100 on the floors above. The people on my floor seem nice but don't seem to be very interested in getting to know me but that may be because I'm seen as a bit of an outsider (the first week was for internationals only and they all arrived the same morning, from the same country, so its understandable) I am feeling homesick to be honest, its difficult leaving your family behind and starting a whole new life in a different place, even if it is only for 3 years in total. Anyway, just wanted to drop in and say hi and let you guys know I havent forgotten you (I just got my laptop last night so I'm back on the internet!) If any of you ever come to York, let me know and we'll have a couple of drinks. It's good to be back!! All the best, Floris (Dutchy)

Fantastic!

Hey Erwinner, Was wondering if you were pleased with the watch. Haven't heard back from you yet. Anyway, with the deal you got you can really start modding the sh*t outta that one! I never have the balls/interest to take watches apart but it looks like a good one to start with!

He is no longer a registered member on ebay.....looks like he got suspended.

This is like saying: "There's a replica Submariner on ebay, type in 'Rolex Submariner' to see them". It's much easier if you copy the link(s) into this thread.

Being in Venezuela, I love your avatar!

WELCOME BACK KEN!!!!! MAN I MISSED YA!!!

Hehehe, I learn from the best Pee'ers! Well....I think you got one hell of an original one!

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That should be interesting! Thanks Pug!

That one never gets old!!!

hahaha, very funny!!! They really pulled that off in under a minute!

GREAT STUFF!

I agree with Pug. Damn this watch gets all the wrist time. I hardly wear my Evo on gen brown strap (and that one is also close to the gen), this one is just amazing!!