Multicoolty

It’s all German to me

Are Germans too different from Canadians?

Oh yes they are. Somehow they are more socialists, they care more about each other and I like that. They also have a lot of rules for everything, but honestly I prefer to have more rules than no rules.

What surprised you most about Germans?

It’s their sense of humour. It’s so different. You tell them a joke and they might say “it’s funny”, but they wouldn’t laugh.

Do you speak German?

I only speak it in present tense. I always found German very difficult. I speak French and Spanish fluently but it did not help.

Multicoolty Russia The Russians

Germans and pets

Oct 10, 2013 0 Comments

What do you find so different between Germany and Russia?

Many things, for example, the way animals are treated and how much attention is given to them. There are TV shows about them and hotels where animals are allowed. In Russia these things simply do not exist. Another thing that surprised me here is that one has to wait for so long to have an appointment with a doctor. In Russia you do not wait more than a few days.

The Liberians

Bringing peace

Oct 9, 2013 0 Comments

We attended a special talk “Liberian led NGO for Women’s empowerment” organised by the American Women’s Club of Cologne AIWCC. Head of Mission for Medica Mondiale spoke to us.

I come from a country that was in a civil conflict for 40 years and is currently on the road to recovery. The problem is that even in peace times we do not feel safe, especially women. My long-term goal is that women in my country feel safe and respected.

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Oct 9, 2013 1 Comments

The Russians

Overqualified Putzfrauen

Oct 8, 2013 0 Comments

I am a German teacher. In my classes there are many women from East Europe and most of them are overqualified for what they do in Germany. They actually often joke about it. They say there have never been so many qualified Putzfrauen (cleaning ladies – ed.) in Germany before.

The Iranians

More than just learning

Oct 7, 2013 0 Comments

In Iran teachers are always the ones talking all the time and students are very passive. I like to study the language in Germany because I can say almost everything, I can easily express my thoughts without being afraid. In my country many things are forbidden.

1000+ Words The Canadians

Born to be a global nomad

Oct 4, 2013 2 Comments

Where do you come from?

It’s complex, but I have learnt to adjust my answers. Sometimes I’d say I am Canadian, originally from Romania, who studied in Sweden and now lives in Germany. Other times I’d say I am Romanian who grew up in Canada, studied in Sweden and currently working in Germany, but actually I am more worldly. I have adopted things from different countries.

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