My Greece Study Abroad: A Journey of Beauty and Joy

My Greece Study Abroad: A Journey of Beauty and Joy

Η Μελέτη μου στην Ελλάδα: Ένα Ταξίδι Ομορφιάς και Χαράς

Every moment in Greece is a new discovery, a new revelation of beauty and joy. From the sparkling ocean to the golden sand, from the lush grass to the rugged mountains, every part of Greece stirs my soul and fills me with wonder.

As I travel through this ancient land, I find myself paying attention to every detail, every nuance of life. I feel the warmth of the sun on my skin, the salty breeze on my face, and the gentle sway of the waves beneath my feet. I am alive in Greece, fully alive.

One of my most memorable experiences was visiting an olive oil farm in Crete. I was struck by the passion and knowledge of the manager, who explained the process of making olive oil with such enthusiasm that I couldn't help but be drawn in. And the farmers who worked the land with such care and diligence were paid fairly for their hard work, a testament to the value that the people of Crete place on their land and their community.

But what impressed me most about Crete was the health and vitality of its people. It is said that the people of Crete rarely suffer from heart attacks, and I can see why. Their diet of fresh, wholesome food, combined with their active lifestyle and close-knit community, creates a sense of well-being that is palpable.

As I journeyed from Crete to other parts of Greece, I found myself in the town of Chania. And while I appreciated its rich history and culture, I couldn't help but feel a sense of disappointment at the lack of greenery and natural beauty. For me, trees and nature are essential to my sense of well-being, and I missed them dearly.

But despite this, I still hold onto the memories of that olive oil farm, of the passion and knowledge of its manager, and the hardworking farmers who make it all possible. And I remember the joy that Greece brings to my heart, a joy that cannot be extinguished by anything.

-PERSONAL REFLECTION-

Today, Maya is a portrait of illness, a symphony of coughs and sniffles that echoes through the room. Her throat, that once sang with laughter and joy, now aches with each rasp of breath. As I type this, she lies beside me, a fragile flower in a field of sickness.

As I look at her, I can't help but miss my dear David, my knight in shining armor who always makes me feel better. I wonder if he would like this place, with its endless stretches of sea and sky, and the warm embrace of the sun.

And as I dream of the future, of summer days spent in Greece with David by my side, I can almost feel the sand between my toes, the salty spray of the sea on my face, and the gentle breeze that carries my heart away. Oh, how I long to return to this place, to share its beauty and joy with the one I love.

Olive - ελιά (elía) - olea

Oil - λάδι (ládi) - oleum

Factory - εργοστάσιο (ergostásio) - fabrica

Manager - διευθυντής (diefthýntis) - magister

Passion - πάθος (páthos) - passio