Experimental blog #9

During this study abroad program I feel that I have learned so many beneficial lessons. I had such a different prospective of others cultures than I do now. Before when I met people from other cultures their background's never really fazed me. But now I feel like I have a different outlook on the way other people, of different cultures, live their life. I feel like I have changed for the better in that way. I truly appreciate the difference of cultures now that I have experienced them. To be fully immersed in a different culture is far more beneficial than just reading about them or watching movies. Because once you have had the experience of conversing with people from other cultures in their home town, nothing can engross you more. I have enjoyed my time abroad and I think I have utilized my time abroad to the fullest.

Experimental blog #8

During this course I am learning the impact of Empire. We have travelled to a few cities in Europe to really get a feel for what the empire was like many many years ago. This study abroad class has taught me so much that I don't think the equivalent classroom course could ever compare. All the pictures and textbooks do not even begin to compete with the actual places we visited.
This trip is important for me because it is widening my understanding of Empire in the early days. So many things I have only just heard about let alone study. I am so glad I signed up for this course because the knowledge I have acquired on this trip is far greater than any knowledge I would have received for independent travel. The required readings really helped put my vision of Empire together.

Experimental blog #7

I have been pleasantly surprised with the behavior of the people in England. They are polite and kind and try their best to accommodate their visitors. I have had a few conversations with people in town who ask me how Harlaxton is, and ask me about the States.
Unlike Americans, the people here are uncomfortable insulting others. For example I thought it was interesting that instead of asking us to keep it down, the bar tenders called Harlaxton about the rowdy students. It is also strange to see the British people in the grocery store obviously trying to get around someone, but not saying anything like "excuse me", they just stand behind the person and wait.
Seeing how the natives act, I attempt to be similar in my ways, as long as I am here. I do not wish to stand out as just another crazy American. I want to bring honor to my country and being rude and reckless will not win me that.  Instead I will continue to act with dignity so I  may bring a good name to the US.

Experimental blog #6

While in London I observed different ways of speaking. The English culture, I feel, is so much more sophisticated than American culture. They have a polite way of life, it seems like it is against their culture to be rude to people. The American culture is not much like that, we don't really have boundaries when it comes to speaking our mind and acting the way we do. The language here is different and I have concluded that life in England has a calm aspect to it, and it is a very enjoyable country.

Experimental blog #5

Emotions
-Note the emotions you are feeling as you experience your study abroad program. Pay attention to how you react to new situations as well as the other people in your group. Notice how emotions are expressed in your American group and in groups of people in Vienna and Prague.·

I am a very out ward person emotionally, so I express my emotions pretty freely. But when traveling to foreign countries, with different cultures we have to remember to be couscous of the people around us and try not to offend them with the way we express ourselves normally in the U.S.. I think after seeing how people conduct themselves in different countries, gives me a better respect and understanding for their way of life. After complying and attending to my emotions appropriately, I have come to the conclusion that I truly enjoy the culture and how people act over here. Not more than the U.S. obviously, but I really enjoy the customs of Europe. 

Experimental Blog #4

Prague
-Describe buildings and landscape

The buildings and landscape in Prague are very quaint, the cute little buildings with all the different colors give the city it's character. Also the landscape especially by the river is quite beautiful.

-Compare what I was to what I expected to see.

Beginning this trip I imagined Prague to be a cute little European town, I wasn't sure what specifically to expect but while we were in Vienna I met a man who told me That Prague would be much cuter than Vienna. This interested me because I was so in love with Vienna. But he was so right <3. 

-What insights did I learn doing this exercise about Czech people?

I learned about how content the Czech people are here, so far I haven't experienced much rudeness except when it comes to splitting the bill at restaurants. I have heard One cop car this whole time as opposed to Vienna I heard them multiple times a day. 

Experimental Blog #3

Vienna
Buildings and landscape explain how they influence and reflect the culture and compare.
My insights 
The buildings here have a very imperial look, the architecture is beautiful and grand.  The Landscape is very particular with all the gardens on the outskirts and the stone walls, the statues and fountains In the city. Those have a representation of power and officiality. 
I think that these things reflect upon the locals in a good way, they seem like they have a lot of respect for their culture and history that comes with living here. 
I definitely have a greater outlook on the culture in Vienna after staying here a few days I have come to appreciate their way of living, Cincinnati is nothing compared to this grand city.  
We don't have the palaces and the historical significance. These European city's astonish me. The US doesn't have the imperial side like they do here, the fancy ballrooms, dining rooms and such are so exclusive to this side of the world.