This morning I awoke to a bright light in my face and a loud conversation in my ear. Thinking my roommates had flicked the light on, I was somewhat upset I could not go back to sleep. However, when I pulled the covers from over my head I realized all of the light was simply coming from the window. Realizing what the time must be, I jumped out of bed and headed for breakfast. Of course, I had the usual, pineapple, toast, and coffee. After finishing my meal, everyone went back to their rooms to change and prepare for the zoo. Naturally, I panicked about what to wear fearing that I would be to casual. Though I scoffed at the idea of someone wearing a dress to the zoo, that is exactly what I ended up wearing. Our attire varied throughout the group; some were in dresses while others were in t-shirts and shorts. In the end, attire did not really matter that much.
Most people slept for the hour long car ride to the zoo, though I do not know how because it was a bumpy one. After arriving and making our way to the entrance, we split into groups and began our journey. It began with a good amount of birds. Immediately after seeing the first few birds an iguana suddenly appeared walking freely on the sidewalk with us. As the majority of us were quite frightened we ran up the path. Monkeys, turtle, parrots, peacocks, and a number of other animals were included in our sightings for today. Unfortunately the turtles were the most interesting. As I approached their section, I heard quite a funky noise...Come to find out, they were getting a little friendly with each other. Because I have never heard or seen anything like this before, I was quite appalled.
Most people slept for the hour long car ride to the zoo, though I do not know how because it was a bumpy one. After arriving and making our way to the entrance, we split into groups and began our journey. It began with a good amount of birds. Immediately after seeing the first few birds an iguana suddenly appeared walking freely on the sidewalk with us. As the majority of us were quite frightened we ran up the path. Monkeys, turtle, parrots, peacocks, and a number of other animals were included in our sightings for today. Unfortunately the turtles were the most interesting. As I approached their section, I heard quite a funky noise...Come to find out, they were getting a little friendly with each other. Because I have never heard or seen anything like this before, I was quite appalled.
Finishing our trip, we walked across the street to a local hole in the wall restaurant. My chicken and fried rice was absolutely delicious. There was a bit of a language barrier but I managed to stay calm and my order was actually correct. Waiting for the check, a long bus ride back, and a stop at the bank, we finally made it back to Hotel Milvia. With about two hours before class, I furiously worked on my discussion questions. As class began, I was extremely nervous about how my questions would be received. The majority of our discussion revolved around tourism and identity, especially that of race. How we are perceived in both aspects. In the end, between Shannel and I, we managed to start a good amount of conversation allowing class to last for almost two hours. Following class, the group ate together at a local Japanese restaurant. Some really good conversations were had around some good food.
Today's reflection refers to nonverbal communication cues, especially facial expressions. As Shannel and I walked back from dinner with Dr. Harris and Marcus, Dr Harris. commented on how I use nonverbals to communicate. She simply said she finds my facial expressions childlike and precious. Her prime example came from lunch earlier in the day. When preparing to order, the waitress began telling me about the specials. Of course the waitress would pick me, the one who speaks the least amount of Spanish at the table, and begin talking extremely fast. The face I made was not made on purpose. However, I was told that my facial expression showed that I did not understand at all and desperately needed help. I find this extremely funny because I am always being told that I make crazy faces, but I do not even realize I am making them. So today's lesson is that facial expressions, and other nonverbals, can communicate a lot whether you mean to or not. Therefore, we should pay special attention to all types of communication, including facial expressions, body language, dress, attitude, etc., in order for people to perceive us in the manner we aim to portray.
*Kudos to Shannel for my title today:)
Today's reflection refers to nonverbal communication cues, especially facial expressions. As Shannel and I walked back from dinner with Dr. Harris and Marcus, Dr Harris. commented on how I use nonverbals to communicate. She simply said she finds my facial expressions childlike and precious. Her prime example came from lunch earlier in the day. When preparing to order, the waitress began telling me about the specials. Of course the waitress would pick me, the one who speaks the least amount of Spanish at the table, and begin talking extremely fast. The face I made was not made on purpose. However, I was told that my facial expression showed that I did not understand at all and desperately needed help. I find this extremely funny because I am always being told that I make crazy faces, but I do not even realize I am making them. So today's lesson is that facial expressions, and other nonverbals, can communicate a lot whether you mean to or not. Therefore, we should pay special attention to all types of communication, including facial expressions, body language, dress, attitude, etc., in order for people to perceive us in the manner we aim to portray.
*Kudos to Shannel for my title today:)
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