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February 1, 2005
Thing I like and things I don't like.
Things I like:
Pictures of the King EVERYWHERE.
Speaking Arabic
The beautiful scenery.
Things I don't like:
Call to prayer at 4am to 5am.
Being honked at by cabs who think we are crazy for walking.
The food.
Not being able to communicate.
Being completely scared by orientation.
Being really tired.
The food, again.
Oh goodness, is it too early to be in culture shock? I can't even cross the street without being run over! Hopefully it will get a lot less frustrating really soon because I just miss my country. Oh well, I am staying positive and I know I will enjoy it soon. And now it is lunch time so here comes more icky food. . .
Posted by rcollins at February 1, 2005 5:14 AM
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It is a good thing that one of your likes is speaking Arabic it sounds like you were able to speak it just in the first hour of your being in Jordan. The don't likes sound like the same ones I would have going to New York City but what a difference in culture. What a wonderful culture to explore.
Posted by: Barbara(MOM) at February 1, 2005 8:55 AM
Hi Rebecca! Yes, it could definitely be culture shock! I can't imagine how you must feel because even in London I feel uncomfortable and want to go home! Like not really, I love it and everything, but I still miss home and the way things are done there like CRAZY. I can't imagine how I would feel with a language barrier and a non-western culture! Hang in there, and if you want to meet me somewhere or want me to come visit...or meet you in Israel or something let me know! It would be nice to see someone I've known for more than a month:-). Good luck and I'll talk to you soon! Beth
Posted by: Beth at February 2, 2005 9:04 AM