Elizabeth MacNeille
June 5, 2017
Being that this is my first time leaving the country, I had
quite the culture shock. I knew it would take time to adjust especially after I
spent 20 minutes trying to figure out how to turn on the hotel room lights. I
realized it’s rare to see a stoplight, ice is rarely used, and that there are
very different forms of manners. However, one of the main differences that I
saw was pertaining to the social atmosphere. I didn’t realize until now how
loud and impatient we are in America until coming here because in Grado the
people are very calm and quiet. Everything is done very leisurely whether it’s
taking a bike ride, enjoying meals, or having conversations. I also really
enjoyed how cherished pieces of art are here. All of the places that we have
visited have had phenomenal architecture, paintings, and statues. The towns are
coated in beauty everywhere you look.
Majority of these pieces of art also have
rich historical significances too. We simply don’t display history as much in
America as they do in Italy. We also don’t see ourselves preserving notable
architecture anymore either. With the many meals we’ve been able to have, I’ve
noticed many differences as well. First of all, meals take a lengthy amount of
time because food is meant to be enjoyed and savored. Also, tips aren’t
included, so the waiters rely on the customers ordering significant meals to
make a profit. I’ve also been intrigued by the fact that wine seems to be more
likely had with a meal than even water. And if you do get water, it is
typically carbonated as well. Thus, although I may not be 100% adjusted to the
culture here yet, I am intrigued to be learning about how life is here.
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