Lingua Franca

It was interesting in Spain. The last time I was there was with Charissa, and her Spanish was 'mas bien' than mine, so she did the heavy lifting of translating and I took pictures. This time, I had to step up to the plate. I felt I did quite well. There was a cab driver how didn't know were the company was and I was able to direct him. A couple of cafés without an English speaking wait staff. A guy asking me what time the train arrives in Barcelona. That felt pretty good.

Now, I am in Turkey. I have had a few lessons, but I just feel clueless. Restaurants are done with pointing. I would be lost in a cab if they didn't know 'Hilton'. This will take some time!

I start house hunting tomorrow. I guess 'apartment' hunting is more correct. It will be good to know where I will be...