Good Morning! It feels great to finally be on pacific time over here. Last night we did our first pours. we learned proper scooping techniques for ladling hot glass from the furnace as well as how to set up a sand mold, and leave natural impressions in the glass. So far its a great experience. We also got a treat in the middle of the day my class went on a hay ride.... Well we put some matresses in the back of a flat bed. One of the maintinince men took us around the tree farm explaining the history, and showed us one of the best spots around, "inspiration point." It has one of the most beautiful views of the bay. It is very exciting to meet all of the people of this school its truly international. Sorry I have not posted pictures yet, They keep us running and I have not had enough time to upload them on the computer. This place is like a bee hive with the hot shop at the center. People work at the hot shop literally through the night and if you want a good show everyone just sits and watches the venitian glass class. More updates and hopefully pictures tomorrow.