Hello New ILE’ers,

You have no idea how lucky you are! In a short while, you will be embarking on the most amazing trip ever! If you are anything like me, you may be a little apprehensive, but don’t worry! You’re going to have the time of your life.

A few recommendations:

1)Talk to people you meet, not just the ones on the program. Ireland is full of wonderful people and it can’t be the Irish Life Experience without them.

2)Be in the moment. Every now and then, stop and say “Oh my God, I am so lucky to be here!”

3)Do not eat macaroni and cheese out of a can. It tastes like socks.

Have an awesome time! I wish I was going with you!

-Raizel Burstein-Frame-Seattle, WA-ILE 2011