Helloo everyone,
I got my wish and now it’s snowing 🙂 I’m used to the warm-ish Arkansas weather so the cold here is growing on me. The Germans are already used to it; in fact, they like it so much that it’s common practice to leave the windows open and let the cold air in. It’s definitely something to get used to, but it’s actually a healthy habit and I know I’ll miss the little cultural differences. Lately I’ve also gotten used to how all of the water served at restaurants is sparkling, and if you want regular water, you have to ask for it. This is funny because in the US, it’s the opposite, but I actually like sparkling water more than still water now 😉 I’m very lucky that I’m staying here for a year because it’ll definitely take more than 6 months to fully understand the complexities of the culture.
Nothing much has changed again since my last blog, but I went to the Christmas market with my friends last night, and it was a lot of fun. Last week I went to Heidelberg, and it was beautiful. I’m going to northern Germany this weekend, but I have to remind myself that I still have studying to do! I’m still trying to get a job here, but I think I wouldn’t have time to study and work anyway, so it’s ok. Plus, I want time to be able to travel on the weekends. Next weekend, I’m taking a train to Strasbourg, France 🙂 I’m also really excited to be here for New Year’s, and it’ll be cool to see how they celebrate here vs in the US. I will do another update on my next blog!
Bye,
Roxi