Overall Impact of the Swiss Alps

Where do I start? I can completely see how the Romantics were inspired by the beauty of Switzerland and the Alps. A lifetime wouldn't be long enough to take this all in, let alone three weeks. I have absolutely loved it here: the lifestyle, the people, the food, the nature... everything. The mountains are the most glorious thing I have ever seen. The Alps never cease to take my breath away no matter what time of day I gaze upon them. One of my favorite things about this trip has been that every night when I go to bed and every morning when I wake up, the first thing I see is this stunning landscape.

I could stare at the mountains for hours and it would never get old. Each time I look at them, I continue to be in awe. Though, I still haven't captured the idea of the mountains being evil like we discussed in some of our texts. To me, they're intimidating and humbling, but not vindictive. Maybe if I would have visited or lived here when some of these writers did, I could understand, but the main thing I CAN relate to is how inspirational the mountains are. I have thoroughly enjoyed every second of this study abroad. I don't want to leave, but have to return to real life.