Waiting to Meet My Host Family

6/10

We've been in this 80s style hotel next to Transnistria for a few days and we've all become comfortable with our existence right before we depart for our host families. The weather has been I bit humid but sunny and beautiful. The food has been a little too comforting, as I've eaten amazing pastries and hearty meals about five times a day-i don't know if this is how all trainies have it but I'm feeling quite pampered.

The Dniester River, across from the hotel in Vadul Lui Vodă

The best moment occurred yesterday during a cultural dance with some locals. We watched them dance to drums, a trumpet and an accordion to polka and similar dances. At the end we all danced together, and I had the honor of dancing with the shortest oldest lady in the circle. We all smiled and laughed, and it was one of those moments when I really appreciated that I get to experience more of the culture starting tomorrow.

I will be moving into my host family site tomorrow, which is only a little terrifying. The not knowing what to expect, and the initial awkwardness are neither dreadful as the thought that we absolutely will not communicate effectively whatsoever for the the foreseeable beginning of our time together.