Opposition or Adaptation?

Anonymous So far, I love the Greek culture. It's very different, but I have thoroughly been enjoying my new temporary lifestyle. I'm not really opposed to any aspects of this culture, but there are times when I feel uncomfortable and wish that I knew some of the customs better. There have been times where I've walked into restaurants unsure where to sit, how to eat food I order, or felt kind of silly when I know I've missed something. The way people drive here also kind of scares me. Watch out for mopeds.

The thing I absolutely love so far is the restaurants, cafes, bars, and general ways to socialize in this culture. I love being able to sit at cafes until the early hours of the morning! I have always been a night person, and being able to just sit for hours and socialize over coffee or food has been fantastic. I also really love the more laid back lifestyle. I feel like I'm taking everything in stride, and I love it! I'm trying to figure out a way to continue this when I return home. Not many places are open all hours of the morning in America, and the places that are open are either fast food or bars. Bars are so different in the states and you can't just sit and socialize for hours. Coffee is very much a morning custom at home, and here it's customary to drink at any time of day. At home I can't exactly drop by starbucks and order a latte at 3 am. But I will hold fast to my night life as best I can when I return.