Wednesday, November 11, 2009

I spoke too soon.

Classes were SUPPOSED to start Monday but apparently students are not sure classes have started (I have been in the English director's office when they come in and ask) and those that do know just don't come. Professors have told me that it is normal for students not to show up the first week. I would go as far as to say that my new Uni is like UBA on steroids and it makes me sad for the students, especially those that really care and want to learn. I do not think I would make it in a University as disorganized and am amazed by their ability to persevere and keep working despite the challenges they face. Regardless of how much I actually accomplish here, they make it worth it:)



Today was an average day. I had been told by several people what was going to happen, thought I had a plan and shit hit the fan. Nothing that was supposed to happen did. Life in Venezuela. Strange thing is that I am actually learning to love it and not complain, or to freak out for a second and let it go. Who knew?


I was going to hang up a handwritten sign at the uni regarding conversation club when several people told me that I should not because people will talk about it. Gossip is HUGE here and it seems that everyone is worried that someone might one day gossip about them so they are really careful about everything they do. It really sucks and makes me want to just do ridiculous things to spite them so they can gossip about me all they want. I am unsure if this is just in Maturin or a nation-wide problem.

I feel that my tone here is spiteful, but I am actually really happy in Maturin.:)

1 comment:

  1. Oh Venezuela. You are so good to deal with so much and still keep a good outlook!

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