I can't even begin to explain to everyone all of the things I've experienced so far. Bratislava is so different from any city I've visited, but it many ways it is also the same. Heavy traffic, crowded buses, and a general feeling of organized chaos.
Moving in was pretty easy. I didn't take much stuff over because I knew I would be cramped for space since I am living with two other girls in a dormitory (and because my father is an expert at telling me how many things I actually DIDN'T need that I had already laid out) The girls were at work when I arrived so I had plenty of time just to get everything done. It was funny later when they came home and saw that everything was already put away. "Usually people just sleep when they get in!" As all of you know, I can't sleep knowing that my life isn't organized :). The dorm is interesting. The beds double as storage units, the toilet and shower are in separate rooms with the sink being in the adjoining hallway, and there is no noise insulation. I've actually been sleeping quite well though...probably from exhaustion.
I miss everyone so much! I dream about all of you every night. It's quite strange actually, but then again, so is the unconscious, and my brain in general, so maybe I shouldn't be surprised. Thank you for your posts, calls, emails, etc. You have no idea how much they help me. It is difficult not being able to communicate well with people, but luckily all of the AIESECers speak (broken) English. I cannot wait until Slovak classes start so I can finally order something in a restaurant!
Well my computer is about to die, so I will have to post this now and then continue later. I have SO MANY THINGS to tell everyone. Tomorrow is my first day of work and I will be meeting the Mayor of Bratislava for a business breakfast.
i love you all. keep in touch. i will get you my phone number and instructions soon.
GROSSES BISES (i know that's french, ill get the slovak phrase tomorrow)
1 comment:
Glad to hear the adjustment is progressing. I understand the frustration with the language; however, yours is much greater at the moment, since you have no background at all in the Slovak language. From my experience, though, a quick and ready smile translates into any language and will establish an open line of communication with all but the most standoffish (such as Parisian cafe waiters, but that's another story ...).
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