Well, I have almost been in Kuwait for a week now but it seems like it has been a lot longer. Not in a bad way though...The school has kept us really busy from morning to night but they are so helpful and accommodating. There are about 30 new teachers this year and the majority of us are single and young. I was placed in the school apartment building with many other new teachers. In a way it feels like we are freshmans again, back in the dorms. Except this times the dorms are really nice and spacious. I have my own two bedroom apartment and more space than I know what to do with. Pictures will be sent at a later date when I'm able to settle in a little further.
To answer the question most of you are wondering, "Yes! It is really hot!" Oh no, it is not a dry heat either. Apparently, in August it is humid which makes it unbearably disgusting to be outside. The sun going down makes no difference either. For example, it is almost 1 AM right now and only 90 degrees, but feels like 110. Drinking lots of water and staying inside whenever possible. Ramadan starts tomorrow which means no eating or drinking in public during daylight hours for us westerners. This law is strictly enforced in Kuwait making hydrating a lot more difficult.
The food so far has been quite delicious. The school has treated us to many different meals, including traditional Lebanese. Lots of hummus and breads! Tomorrow we will be going to the Hard Rock Cafe for a "break the fast" dinner. The restaurant is right on the Arabian Gulf. Yes, the gulf is only 2 blocks away from my apartment. The gym I am joining has a private beach so I will be able to utilize the proximity of the ocean.
There is so much to share but don't want to overwhelm you with this one post. More to come soon. Below are a couple of pictures of some of the amazing food we tried from a great African restaurant the other night.
No comments:
Post a Comment