Culture

Diversity being the main thing I miss about America, I cannot help to admire the Thai culture. Besides the things you could read on the internet about it, I have found these American habits the hardest to break. Thais do not point as we do. I had to learn to point out things at far distances (only if necessary) with my whole hand. I also had to learn to not use my feet as much as I do at home. Ever notice how many times you move an object on the floor with your foot? Come to Thailand and you will! Americans are much looser with their bodies and I had to learn to sit with my feet hidden and be careful not to nudge someone with my foot; which is more difficult than it seems when you sit on the floor right beside others and all shoes stay outside the building. Lastly, our palm down wave to get away from me is actually how you ask someone to come with you here. Our index finger only turns up to beckon a dog here. I have messed this up a pretty good amount. The way in which respect runs through the culture is beautiful. Even though some people are poor, there are very few homeless people… like maybe we have seen one. Thais help each other out.