Diagnosing in Dominica: ...here we go!!

I made it!! Over the last two days, I have called three separate aircraft my own, travelled through three cities, spent the day relaxing by a pool, and am finally able to settle into an apartment in preparation of following my dream of becoming a physician. Unfortunately, the connection between Puerto Rico and Dominica did not bode well for my luggage as both of my suitcases were left behind on the tarmac. Needless to say, I'm living in the same outfit for as long as it takes for my luggage to get here. On a personal level; however, I have to say that flight boded extremely well. The majority of my fellow passengers were also first semester students eager to begin their education at Ross University. It was both reassuring and extremely motivating to engage with others who had the same desires and passions as I. Granted, our chosen vessel for arrival in Dominica was a twin-engine turboprop plane, so the chances of running into fellow students was quite high, but the opportunity to actually see and meet everybody was amazing. I honestly believe I will be able to form lasting friendships with many of these people.

My initial observations on the island are as follows:
- more beautiful than any picture or article can describe
- sincere and extremely helpful people
- "island time"
- drive on the wrong side of the road! :)
- paying electricity by pre-buying a certain amount at the store and entering a code into the meter in my apartment
.... more to come.

I am extremely excited and feel very fortunate to be here and take advantage of this opportunity. Based on the experience so far, it's going to be even better than I imagined, and it's still completely surreal. The feeling that I will wake up from a dream has still not left. For now, enjoy some pictures.