I haven't posted in a week, I apologize, but there hasn't been as much culture shock/new things this week. I started my job on Friday, but I only went to one school and gave a half-hour presentation about the United States. This was the most basic English class you could have and the teacher translated just about everything that I said or what she thought that I said. So, we will see how it goes in the upcoming week since it looks like I will have to change my presentations to fit an advanced class and a beginning class.
Yesterday (Saturday) the trainees went to Teleferik and rode the cable car up to Uludag National Park. It was completely spontaneous, but somehow 10 people were able to go. The ride up the cable car was nice, although a little scary, but the best part was the coolness and the breeze once we went higher. Everyday here is about 95 (lacking the humidity of Cincinnati) and you just bake in the intense sunlight. At the top of the lift, we walked around and saw places to have picnics at the foot of this large mountain. We just sat in the shade by a creek and enjoyed the greenery. It was a nice change of pace (and temperature) from the city. Check out the pictures link and see how pretty it is!
We are going to Mudanya by the sea in just a little bit, so I'm off to get ready!
1 comment:
Natalie,
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I enjoy reading your blog and of course Matt loves the pictures of the 600 year old tree. It's great to be able to see your pictures before you even return home. What a great time in your life to be able to do this. I'm jealous! - Tam
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