day four

in the last few days i have learned very much about the Turkish culture. today especially were were able to fellowship with a few people who we will continue to make contact in this next week. they were able to answer many questions about the demographics of the area. it is suprising how many people know English in this area, at least to some extent, and how well they know it. we have been able to make conversation with many shopkeepers in mixed English and Turkish. two of the people we spoke with today were able to show us a waterfall in the area. i will try to upload some of the pictures from the waterfall area later. we were able to rest more than usual today. all of us are very thankful since most of bodies are sore and sunburnt. we are excited to begin our first full week here with a renewed vigor. hopefully, our language learning will continue to increase, and we will be able to carry on more detailed conversations with those we meet. i hope that all of you in the US have a good afternoon; i am headed to bed. :)