Thanks for Everything!

I have been in CESL for two terms. I have met with many people from different countries and different cultures. It is incredible that these people communicate and get on well with each other very well. I spent such a wonderful five months with these people in Carbondale. I enjoyed a lot every single day. For this reason, it is very difficult for me to say a memorable one. However, I can say that my first term was especially amazing. I was trying to adjust myself with new friends and environment. Normally, it is expected to be very difficult; however, it was very easy for me. People were very friendly and helpful. I want to say that I met two people who are very special for me. We went to Chicago for three days by car. We enjoyed a lot during this trip. Chicago was very cold and windy city. Anyway, I can say that it was awesome vacation for me. We visited many place for three days. During this trip, some friends who live in Chicago accompanied us. They made this trip very easy for us. I will never forget their friendship for whole my life. I am very grateful for having their friendship. I want to say “thanks” to all of my friends that they made me happy for every single day in Carbondale.

family ties...

I want to talk about Turkish family ties. In my culture, parents do not allow to move out to the children before marriage from home. If there is not any obligation such as school, job, or military, children must live with their parents. This tradition helps the society with many ways. For instance, some young people cannot control themselves when they have freedom. They get used to some bad habits or jobs for example alcohol, drugs, prostitution, or mafia. Because of the parent’s life experience, they may assist to find right way to the children. It is certain that parents never want to happen bad things to their children. They also help their child to find the right person in their life. Especially teenagers do not have responsibility with their early age. This life style also supports economy. Family members can share all kind of expenses; thus, they can save money and time for their needs. For instance, People lose their job during the economic crises. However, they have to pay their bills, rents. When they live with their family, they may protect themselves against the life risks. In my country, we have 13 percent unemployment rate. Unfortunately, it rises up every day more and more. However, we don’t have any riots or demonstrations to the economic crises. Because of family member support each other all the time. Another important point the house rents do not increase that much. If everybody tries to live alone, people would need more houses and the rents will increase. I think family ties helps to safe the society and children from dangers.