Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
I feel like a “real” adult in Dublin, Ireland!
Joseph Ha, Ireland: Week 1 Coming to Dublin, Ireland, I expected to adapt very quickly—something I’m usually good at, having traveled to many countries. However, I quickly realized that settling in might take about a week, which feels long for me. This time is different: I’m not just visiting as a tourist—I’m living a full adult life, working a 9-to-5 internship in a completely new country. Without my parents around, I’m responsible for everything from Monday to Friday, and that shift hit me hard. The realization truly set in on Tuesday, our first day of the internship. I’m working as […]