While I've been here I have learned a lot about Turkish culture and the language. There are some differences and some similarities. Here is a list of some of the differences.
- Going barefoot here isn't a thing. I always get told to put on shoes whenever I go outside the house.
- They don't ware seat belts.
- Turk's are incredibly patriotic about their country. They are even more patriotic about America than most American's are.
- Instead of greeting each other with a hug, it's a kiss on each cheek.
- Everyone is very hospitable, people you just meet will offer to buy you a cup of tea or offer you some sort of food.
- When it comes to school, you stay in the same classroom for the whole day instead of moving around.
- A bottle of water here is about 30 cents.
- I've figured out that the Turkish grammar structure is the same as Yoda's
- There are a lot of stray dogs and cats on the streets here.
I often get asked the question "Do you miss home?" I miss things from home, but not home entirely. I miss my kitty Joey, since none of the cats here are big enough, or fluffy enough to take his place. I miss the rain, but I guess everyone back home has missed it too from what I've heard. Mostly I miss not being able to share Oregon State's 5-0 season with my dad, since this season means a lot to all Beaver fans, and it's a shame not having anyone to share it with. Anyways, I can't wait to see what the rest of my exchange is like, but if it is anything like the past month, then it is going to be amazing.
Guruscuruz
-Torvald
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