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15, 2004 - page 2
I left France with an open mind to the world beyond America
. . . and an appreciation for air conditioning. I also gained an
understanding of the French people and their culture. American culture
seems to be a complete opposite of French culture in more ways than
one. For example, French children would not dare talk back to their
parents. They take hours to eat a meal
and usually are late because time is simply relative in France.
However, in America, we live for fast food and hurry around to get to
places on time.
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The stress of the American life is something
that French people don't understand. My advice for those planning
on traveling to Strasbourg is the same advice that Julie James told
me. Come to France with an open mind, eager to learn how the French
people live. Talk to as many people as you can and challenge yourself
to explore all there is to explore in the city. Try new foods and
listen to the French music. It's all about becoming a French citizen
for the time that you are there. Don't consider yourself a tourist
anymore. Indulge in all the great things that France has to offer!
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