Apparently it's very common. Almost everyone experiences this after living abroad for a while. The culture shock! Don't get me wrong. It's still a very exciting adventure and I have no regrets! Sometimes I just feel frustrated trying to do something that was easy back home. For instance, I know where to find some decent ice cream in the US. I had access to a kitchen. If I needed help, I could ask anyone on the street and understand them easily. Here....it's not quite the same. Also, I get an overwhelming amount of attention sometimes. I stand out. I get tons of messages on Facebook. Women can be almost aggressive trying to get me to date them.
The next step is to continue making myself more comfortable. I want to get an apartment with a balcony and a kitchen. That way, I can do bring back some of my former hobbies like cooking and growing strange houseplants. Also, I strive to have a mix of Vietnamese and Western friends.
I'm still learning how to drive a motorcycle. It's gotten much easier and I can drive on a number of roads without any problems. I hope to actually buy one soon! It will cost a few hundred dollars.
Teaching....It can be interesting sometimes. Teenagers are the most difficult to handle while kids can be fun. It was incredibly terrifying at first, but it's getting easier.
I might go to Nha Trang in the near future. It's about time to head to the beach for me!
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