Today is really, really hot! فعلا حار جدا ! It reached 105 degrees today, but then there was a nice shower of rain! For lunch, a few of us went to McDonald's. It was about the same price as back home, but it is a status symbol for Moroccans. I can say that I've eaten a McDonald's cheeseburger, like the majority of all Americans! After class, I went to a concert that our school arranged with a traditional Moroccan band. It was super interactive, but I preferred to take pictures today! Afterwards, I went out for ice cream with my host sister, because she had her annual exam today. In Morocco, all students in each grade and all schools have the same exam at the end of the year.
One thing I really wanted to talk about is the community in Morocco. People say that Americans are very wealthy, but in reality, I think it is Moroccans that are truly rich. For the most part, each Moroccan has an amazing support system that most Americans will never get to experience. They have an intact nuclear and extended family. Both of these units always look out for the individual. Outside of that, the community will look out for the individual. Even if you are not part of the community, for the most part. people will always try to help you out. For example, at the train station, someone else might grab your heavy bags. This might alarm the American mind. However in Morocco, this is welcomed and normal and solely means that someone wants to help you carry your bags. People are always looking out for each other. I have been helped so many times and I really appreciate this aspect of Al-Maghrib (Morocco), will miss it the most and will definitely try to implement it in my life.
Students in traditional band garb dancing with the Moroccan band.
Traditional Moroccan band!
Enjoying my cheeseburger from Mickey D's in Morocco!
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