Observations of the American People

Once you go somewhere that doesn't have this, you immediately want it. 

You are generally more open and engaging towards strangers than Danes. You say what’s on your mind, and I kind of like that about you.

You are seriously obsessed with the flu. Get over it. You do not need to get a vaccine. If you get ill, you’ll still survive. I promise.

People in Washington really do love to hike.

You are incapable of pronouncing Danish words (including my name). It’s highly entertaining to hear you try though.

You really do need a car to get around. Mostly also because campus is kind of boring.

Everybody in college wears sweats. I only packed my pretty clothes (because, really, why do anything else?) and while I do feel fabulous all the time, I’m also aware that I’m most likely the only one to be in a skirt and heels.

Apparently the general consensus of Americans is that if a female has short hair, she must be a lesbian. And while it’s always nice to know that I’m welcome in the Diversity Center, it’s a little overwhelming to be surrounded by a flock of shorthaired lesbians/bi/whatever, who assume I need a ‘safe place’ to hang out.

Also, why are there no taxes in Oregon? It’s like this mythical place of wonder and Voodoo Donuts and no taxes.