Dear Derry Brief

Hey everybody! Welcome back for my second blog. If you read my introduction post you will know I recently made a big move from the big city of Liverpool back to Ireland, and I am now studying in Derry! I thought for this blog I’d chat a bit more about what settling in here has actually been like, the highs and lows and ofcourse the wee comforts of what has made Derry feel so homily. 

When I first thought of Derry, I wasn’t sure if anything could compete with Liverpool’s buzz. Liverpool has so much to offer from the nightlife, the shopping to the famous docks. There was always madness throughout the city. However, I soon realised although Derry may not be as full of madness, the city has its own energy, a warm and familiar feel. I find that there is something so comforting about Derry, which is probably the people within the city!

One of the biggest changes has been slipping into a new routine. Obviously, while i studied in Liverpool I lived in student accomodation in which my rent was just about covered by my student loan which left me financially stressed majority of the time! I now commute to Derry which i find a lot of help with watching my finances. By commuting to university I can allow myself to enjoy the little things more like something as simple as grabbing a coffee! My days now feel more balanced. Instead of constantly being on the go like I was in Liverpool, I get to slow down a bit.

I won’t lie, moving back wasn’t what I expected my university story to look like. But I’m starting to see that sometimes the best decisions can be the most daunting. I’m excited to keep exploring, keep learning, and keep sharing bits of my experience. There’s so much more to share such as student life here, nightlife and the little moments that make this place feel like home.

Thank you for reading and stay tuned!