So this is my attempt at catching up in the world of blogging… after having left everyone hanging for over a week.. I’m just going to go through a quick run-through of wh
at’s been happening in my world.
Who goes bungee-jumping in Jordan? Apparently more people than you might think. Several days ago I met Lee, the Korean woman I assist in English, for a tutoring session. There was a lot of commotion in a grassy area of campus, so we walked over to see what the hype was all about. It was a crane, with people jumping off of it… in Jordan… with virtually 
no safety standards. I can only imagine that those who decided to test fate were also a little alarmed by the guy needed to physically hold the box they jumped out of in place.
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Secondly, my friend Bethany wanted to try wearing a full-on burka around for awhile to see what life would be like behind the veil. Having been to my dorm before, we were both shocked to discover that now that I was bringing a “Saudi-looking girl” in, they wanted her to sign into the building. It was a
n odd sort of discrimation (Saudi’s are sometimes scoffed at because of their wealth and power in the region). Also, both men and women stared at least as 
much as they usually do, if not even more. It didn’t take long for the women in my building to figure out who it was – they recognized her just by seeing her eyes… it was truly amazing.
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And at last… I began the process of packing 
and checking stuff out of my dor
m. Knowing this can be a hassle I wanted to get all financial stuff out of the way ahead of time. These are some of my favorite girls I’ve met while living in the girls’ dorm this semester.
They’ve always been so excited to spend time with me, which has made it much easier to get to know them all.
Last week I was able to help Rania [pictured standing in black] by writing up her resume and cover letter for her, which was a big blessing because although she speaks English well, she had no idea how to make a professional resume that would stand out – and although we don’t know if she got the job yet, she is just grateful to have a resume she can be proud of when she hands it out.
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June 13th, 2005 at 3:20 pm
That’s really cool. I’m sorry that your friend had to find out about the discrimination. I hate that…
June 13th, 2005 at 1:19 pm
cool post. your life seems fascinating.
June 11th, 2005 at 7:12 pm
thanks….gracias!….hopefully post some pics soon
June 9th, 2005 at 1:53 pm
You are having the most exciting experiences over there!! Life will seem so dull when you get back.
June 9th, 2005 at 11:49 am
Always great to see what is going on in your world.
What an experience!
June 8th, 2005 at 5:38 pm
Wow … Reading your entry & seeing the way that the women dress over there has revealed a bit as to how the women of Azerbaijan will dress when I go over there as a XA intern for a year. I have even been told that it might be wise to dress the same as the women over there … have you yourself tried it out?
I hope that your time over there in Jordan was well. I know that when we are willing, God can do amazing things through us! I hope that you got all that you wanted accomplished over there. Are you glad to be coming back home?
June 8th, 2005 at 1:10 pm
Have a safe trip home! Soon, right?
June 8th, 2005 at 1:47 am
fyi…Practicing the indie rock bands now.
June 8th, 2005 at 1:30 am
Wow….that’s so awesome that you’ve gotten to experience a whole different culture. It’s so strange how a lot is like our culture. Have a great rest of the week!
June 7th, 2005 at 10:53 pm
oh, even if you read their response to the critics, it’s good soul-food. i don’t have time to get in on the thread either. but the letter is worth reading.
June 7th, 2005 at 10:51 pm
that burqa experience is amazing. i can’t imagine putting one of those things on. it’s interesting that people stared all the same and they recognized her by her eyes. wow. thanks for sharing.
June 7th, 2005 at 9:13 pm
Wow! I love reading your blog to get a more global perspective in my life. That bungy jumping looks really freaky!!!
June 7th, 2005 at 7:12 pm
I am still enjoying your blog. How amazing your time abroad has been.
June 7th, 2005 at 6:28 pm
Bungee jumping in Jordan…wow…it freaks me out in the states, but one would have to pay me LOTS of $$$ to do that there! Interesting experience with the burka…hmmm.
Should I arrange anything with you in advance, while you are still there in Amman, on taking myself & four students to a refugee camp? Or is it just as easy to talk through and make arrangements when you are back in Oregon? Should I try to get local donations of personal items like tooth brushes, combs or the like, to take with?
June 7th, 2005 at 5:49 pm
Always good to get an update from you!