This might be a bit delayed, but these are all of the reasons ich Deutschland so LIEB habe.
- The bread: My first impression was "What is this...." and now I am in love. Vollkornbrot, Brötchen, they're all really addictive. It's so much better than the chemically preserved, plushy bread we eat in America. I now understand why Germans eat bread at least 3 times a day.
- Frei Stunden: I don't know what I love more than when I am at school and then I look at the substitute plan and realize I have no school all day! In Germany it's very rare that teachers are able to get substitutes, so then we just end up getting free time to go to the cafe, shopping, or go home.
-Autobahn: Without a speed limit, the Autobahn is a very effective way to get somewhere fast. Sometimes it makes me nervous when we drive so fast, but the Germans know how to drive safely (unlike in Mass.).
-Practicality: I think the phrase I hear the most is, " Das ist eigentlich ganz praktisch". Every German's life revolves around practicality. I once asked my brother if he ever went "cruising" with his friends around town. He replied, " Why would I do that? It's a waste of gas and is bad for the environment". He's so right. It just all makes sense here.
- Sidewalks: I actually have the possibility of walking somewhere if need be.
-Kaffee Kuchen: Almost every day, and with out a doubt on Sundays, we will sit down for coffee and cake at about 4 o'clock. I think this is a really great way to relax in the middle of the day and to catch up with others in the family.
- TRAINS: I have had such great opportunities to travel alone just because of the trains. I have traveled to Hamburg, Berlin, and Hannover with the train. It is a really cost-effective way for me to independently visit others and see many parts of Germany.
-Luften: Luften is the verb " to air out". No matter the temperature, no German hesitates to open the window to get some "frische Luft" (fresh air).
- The grammar: Lol no that was a joke. Don't come to Germany if you want to have an "easy time learning the language"
I think all of the exchange students can agree that these are some of the things we really appreciate about Germany. :)
Jenna,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to send a quick note to let you know that I have been keeping up with your exchange by reading your blog. Thanks for posting, because I truly enjoy reading it. I am really impressed by your experience and especially your insights.
Your stories about and references to Doeners, Luften, Kuchen, and all the other little things remind me of my time in Germany when I was in high school. I have amazing memories of the three weeks I spent with my host family in Bocholt. I can only imagine the memories you are making with the amount of time you have there!
Enjoy!
Tschuss,
Caitlyn McGlynn... or Ms. Donnelly... or whoever I am :)