Denmark 2013: It's that time of the year....

It's officially that time of the year where the weather begins to get cooler and the christmas decorations light up the street. It's also one of the most cheerful times of the year with lots of family gatherings and ceremonies. However, for me it's a bittersweet month. I have exactly 11 days left in this amazing country with amazing people. In August, my year abroad was shortened to a semester due to school credits and courses back home. I have honestly had the most amazing life changing half year here. Although I am sad about leaving I am also excited to see everyone back home. I've honestly never felt so bittersweet about something before. Moving on from this topic, I'm so sorry I have been slacking off on writing another post. Here's what Ive been up to lately.
On Thursday I spent my 17th birthday in Denmark together with friends and family. My host family and their good friends came singing into my bedroom at 6:30 in the morning to wake me up for a birthday breakfast. I quickly changed and went downstairs for bacon, eggs, bread, and of course brunsviger (danish birthday cake)! I opened my presents and then went to school with a delicious cake that my host mom and sister baked. After school, we had a party with all the exchange students since it was our last danish lesson this year. Later that night, my host family took me to a very nice restaurant famous for their æggekage (egg cake). It was definitely a birthday that I will never forget. On Friday my host family let me have birthday party with my whole class and a few other friends. I had a really great time being with everyone.
Yesterday I went to Copenhagen with all the exchange students in my danish class. We spent an hour shopping and then went to Tivoli. Because our old exchange student lives in Copenhagen, she invited me to come over for dinner and take the train back to Odense. It was perfect timing so that I would be able to say goodbye to them before I headed back to Texas. The christmas decorations in the cities are all so beautiful! Once again sorry for not updating sooner! I'll write again after my first Danish Christmas:) Here are some photos!