One of the most curious differences between Puebla and Washington is the manner in which people drive. Everything seems to be a race, whether the driver is grandma or a 16 year-old. The buses I've been riding are old, worn and stick shift. The rides are as frightening as they are entertaining. I feel like I'm in the third Harry Potter movie as we pass other buses and cars at 40 mph, clearing them by inches. It's a good idea to hold on within two seconds of getting on, as the bus driver is usually indifferent to your safety - the front and back doors are commonly open while moving. Note for Grandma: I've never felt like I was going to fall off, that's not a possibility.
Life in Puebla is generally slower than life in Seattle, and therein lies the irony. While home/social life is relaxed and slow, traffic is chaotic. I suppose balance isn't a bad thing. Work begins around 8:00 in the morning, then everyone heads home for lunch at 2:00*. Following lunch, a short rest before heading back to work around 4:00.* It's not a bad way to live.
Earlier today I toured Puebla with my class. The Cathedral was fascinating - I hope to have some pictures up soon.
P.S. If you have any questions, don't be afraid to leave them in comments. It's difficult to narrow my topic, so they would be much more helpful than annoying!
*Mexico time: A vague notion of a deadline with no consequences associated with lateness
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Are city streets set up similar to the US?
ReplyDeleteDo any of the locals on the bus try to communicate with you?
So when you have some down time, describe your typical day as a student.
ReplyDeletethanks for the update. enjoying reading your blog. thanks. uncle dale
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