Sunday, August 9, 2015

Michelle's Post Trip Reflection


A mix of incredibly fun afternoon activities, immersion into the culture of Spain, weekday classes, and exploration of a completely different landscape, this trip to Spain was unforgettably unique. As I spent more time with this group of people, I solidified friendships and made memories with the people I had not known before going on this trip. As a group, we participated in several activities, with each one helping to reveal a different aspect of Spain, whether it be culture, landmarks, history, or customs. In just two weeks, I was able to familiarize myself, through personal encounters, with the customs and ideas of the people of Spain. Enjoying a lifestyle completely different from our own, we tried different delicious and typical Spanish dishes, such as tortilla Espanola and paella. And as I learned about this Spanish culture, I was able to adapt their customs to my own lifestyle and way of thinking. For example, I learned that food and meals are used to bring friends and family together, which showed me that they value face-to-face conversations, unlike in America where many people replace conversation with more convenient ways of communication, such as text messages. So I enjoyed meals with my host family since I was able to learn more about their life in Spain and to discover their favorite pastimes. And having improved my proficiency in Spanish through conversations such as these, I have been inspired to continue to work hard to develop fluency in this language.

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