I now look at Puerto Rico in a whole new way. I used to believe Puerto Rico was on big island with sand and rock, with Puerto Ricans living in small colorful houses. After visiting and touring Puerto Rico I now realize that it has stores, schools, cities, and streets very similar to the U.S. When I was in Puerto Rico I stayed at a cabin in the forest. Although it was a new experience for some of my fellow classmates to live in the woods, I experienced living in the woods in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Living in the woods brought back many memories from, the smell of the trees and the sound of the birds at night. I remember when I first gotten off the plane it came to reality that I was in Puerto Rico because almost every sign was in Spanish. Also the weather was very hot being as though I was just in the winter of Philadelphia. Every sight I seen I learned something new that I was unclear of or had no idea of.
One memorable moment that I won't forget is when Alaina let us have some free time to go get something to eat. I decided to go to McDonalds. Although we were told to stay together, I somehow found myself alone in McDonalds. I decided to order a sandwich, but noe on in McDonalds spoken any English. I tried as best as I could to describe what I wanted by using my hands to order my sandwich. After I thought they realized what I was talking about, they gave me the wrong kind of sanwich which didn't taste so good. Even though I had some difficulties communicating with some of the people in Puerto Rico, I still enjoyed every moment of it and I will visit again sometime in the future.
-Solomon
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i totally agree with here you feel about your experience in MC Donald's, i was so mad that they didn't have a dollar menu,and just for the record MC Donald's is so much better in the united states.....(lol)!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWell, Solomon your view on Puerto Rico is very insightful and I think most of us can agree that before we spent time in Puerto Rico it was just this beautiful island but once we arrive we realized Puerto is very real with people in rich heritage, culture,and life. solomon Im sorry to hear you didnt yet what you thought you ordered but maybe if you would have stayed with the group we all could have put our spanish together to make sure they knew what you wanted. Remember two heads are always better than one !!
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ReplyDeleteIm Glad your understanding of Puerto Rico and the the people changed becuase then it shows that you were able to open your mind up to learn something new about the people and the culture. And as for your expeirence...interesting...very interesting. Maybe you may have an interest in learning more spanish!...just kidding!