I've been realizing that I'm really starting to feel at home here. I don't feel like I stick out when I walk down the street, and sometimes I forget I'm in a different country. Then, of course something quickly reminds me of where I am. But for the most part, I feel quite comfortable here. I'm not afraid of going out by myself to get lunch or go to the mall. If I go somewhere at night I obviously don't want to be alone, but other than that I feel quite safe. The other day we had a power outage, and that was one of those time where I remembered where I am. It wasn't that big of a deal, but having no lights or hot water for showering can get annoying. ;) I was really glad when it came on at 10pm last night. I was knitting until I had my last little glimmer of sunlight coming in, and then I had to surrender.. and go to Natalie's apartment across the street where there was power.
Sorry I haven't been taking any new pics. I'll try to find something interesting to snap. I've just been teaching and then hanging out watching movies in my few spare moments. Oh, and I gave my first clarinet lesson Monday. That was kinda fun. I really wish that i had a size 4 reed and my own mouth piece so I could play, too. But who really expects that they will have need of their clarinet they haven't played in 4 years in Turkey??
Love you guys. I just thought I'd update and say that things are going really well, just really busy.
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Where is your clarinet? I might be persuaded to send the mouthpiece and a reed or two... ;)
I feel the same way about around here, I'm fine doing stuff by myself during the day, but never at night. It's funny that you mention the clarinet because I was just thinking about how I haven't played mine in forever.
what is your problem?
So glad to hear that you're settling in. It's definitely a good thing when you finally feel "at home" in a place. :D I'm happy you're having a good time in Turkey. I wish I was there having fun adventures with you. I can't wait to go abroad!
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