spring forward
So, my last blog entry was the Turkish word for spring. And now this. I’ll admit, I’m very happy about the brighter, warmer weather coming up. It was gorgeous outside yesterday. I woke up around 5, went with my host dad to take my mom and Nana to the airport, went to Starbucks for a chai tea latte, and took two buses home to take a shower and a little nap. that was extraordinarily refreshing. :) I guess taking my family around the city was a little more tiring than I thought it’d be. I’m so thankful for my host family. My parents did so much!! They are the best. I love being here with them. They expected me to be so sad when my mom and nana went home. I just… wasn’t. At all. I mean, I really enjoyed their time here. So much. But I’m so glad it wasn’t my turn to pass through airport security while my family watched. That time will come. As for right now, I feel better than ever. My Turkish is so much better. Even though I’m having trouble proving that to my family, I’ve proven it to myself over and over again as I’ve bargained at the Grand Bazaar and spoken tons throughout the city. Turkish people are so friendly and considerate. It’s like the people who own the shops actually care to know who you are, what you’re doing here, and how you like the city. It’s really cool. And it constantly gives me opportunities to speak confidently. At breakfast one morning, with my mom and nana, the waiter was asking me in Turkish how to say things in English. It was so much fun and I surprised myself with how much I was able to help and understand. I love to be out in the city for this reason.
Ah my mom brought some Oreos and Cheez-its… I ate too many today. :) Those two snacks always make me think of Emily and Micaela. The two friends who won’t be in LJ when I get back. I still love yall anyway.
Today, it was a tad rainy in the morning which was surprisingly comforting and relaxing. I’ve been complaining about the lack of sun, but something that’s also been lacking is a good rain shower or a thunderstorm. It’s just been cloudy and misty and drizzly throughout the entire winter. A thunderstorm would be beautiful. Haven’t seen one since September. As long as it doesn’t get cold again. :) This change in the weather may be bringing spring time allergies… but it’s also making the world seem a little lighter and brighter. :)
It feels so natural to have a younger sister. Like I was always meant to have one. It’s fun. She’s definitely one of my favorite parts about this year. Especially since this kind of bond lasts much longer than a year. Family is forever. I hope we both can begin to see that more. The thought of separating is sad. I’ll have to write my monthly report tomorrow. 3 months left.
Even with this time change we call “spring forward,” I hope I don’t lose anymore hours. Every minute is precious here. Every second with my family and friends. This is really fun. I’ll go through the hard stuff again and again if it means gaining what I have here!
