Today marks my one week anniversary since I got Geneva, this week has been quiet a growing and learning experience for me. From easy tasks such as getting a phone and bus passes to challenging ones such as figuring out the right bus routes, I learn something new each day. Geneva, from my perspective is a busy city bustling with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Almost everyone in this city speaks French but the most amazing thing about this is that majority of the population knows english as well. This compels anyone living here to speak French even if it’s not grammatically right. On my way to school on Wednesday, I ordered breakfast in French. I was nervous but the lady at the Migros takeaway place was also helpful. Our dialogue went something like this :
- Women: Bonjour, Ca Va?
- Me: Bien Merci, et vous?
- Woman: Ca va! Quest-que tu voudrais?
- Me: Je voudrais la crossiant et la jus de pomme
- Woman: Combien?
- Me: Un
It isn’t all that perfect but it shows progress and willingness to learn and I am proud of that. Furthermore, I have to talk about a restaurant ( We named it: The Spot) Effay and I came across while looking for her Catholic church (L’eglaise de Catholic) the first Saturday 2/20. Their main dish is grilled chicken (Poulet) and it comes with two sides (Salad and Baked Potato Wedges). Amazing dish I wish I could smell it but you can’t because you would have to experience it for your self (It’s just indescribable). On Thursday 2/25 we made plans to meet at The Spot for dinner as we planned our weekend trip to Bern and Zürich. This marks the beginning of another adventure….
