In lieu of posting a much overdue post/update, I came across an old blog draft. I wrote it one evening, after a long walk throughout the city, much in thought, I had to get my thoughts out. Unfortunately, I didn't finish my it. Although short and sweet, it bears much meaning. At least to me. Ha. Without further ado.....
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(March 31, 2011)
15 minutes have passed, and I don't know why but I'm having a hard time finding the right words to say, that would due my story justice...
What started out as a journey to explore a whole new world, it's cultures and norms, while discovering/learning more about myself, has become something much more beautiful - the people.
I know it's only been 1 month and 9 days (but who's counting right? ha) but I found the people here to be one of the most transparent, real, hospitable, and welcoming cultures, that I have ever experienced so far. At a glance at first, you just see stereotypical cold, snobby, seemingly expressionless Viennese people. But when you get to know them and talk with them they are sooo much more than that. People I have barely known have welcomed me into their world, shown/taken me the local sites, hotspots, and shown me absolute hospitality and genuine kindness.
I feel like with the people here, you get what you get; although cold, they are genuine. Back home, we are nice but I would never go out of my way, nor I know anyone else, who would go out of their way to help a stranger (unless they're Mother Theresa). My culture is very welcoming but fake at the same time. I love my world, my country, and culture with all my heart, but sometimes just taking a step back, looking outward in with a new perspective, you are able to then able to see your world for what it is.
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