We were forewarned and mentally prepared for the traffic and constant congestion and sure enough, it is quickly becoming our every day norm. We're training ourselves to first look right (not left) when crossing the street. Don't smile at strangers and for sure don't make eye contact with the rickshaw drivers or they'll follow you down the block hassling you for a ride.
I can't help but smile to myself as I'm walking home from work. It is so bizarre to watch the madness of traffic and I sigh with relief when I've made it back to the hotel, safe and sound. Walk home from work:
I can't help but smile to myself as I'm walking home from work. It is so bizarre to watch the madness of traffic and I sigh with relief when I've made it back to the hotel, safe and sound. Walk home from work:
So far, I don't feel like I've had major culture shock; this is probably due largely to the fact that we are staying in a hotel - a sweet retreat from the chaos outside. Continental breakfasts, cappuccinos every morning, lounging by the pool before work.
We're excited to move into an apartment in the next week or two, to start learning how to buy groceries and move about without hotel staff constantly ensuring we are happy.
Auf wiedersehen for now,
Megan
We're excited to move into an apartment in the next week or two, to start learning how to buy groceries and move about without hotel staff constantly ensuring we are happy.
Auf wiedersehen for now,
Megan