Moroccan Experience

So I did a crazy thing and decided to leave home to study Arabic in Morocco, a country I knew nothing about, for two whole months. I have absolutely no regrets. Hands down it was one of the best decisions that I have ever made in my life. I had a wonderful time. The Projects Abroad staff members set me up with an amazing host family. Not only did they provide for my basic needs like food and shelter but they also taught me how to cook (Only slightly. I maybe a lost cause), helped me with my homework and treated me with nothing but kindness. Once during a holiday known as Ashura, the entire extended family came together to play drums, sing, dance, and eat. After a few hours the night ended with all of the children lighting fireworks and me feeling honored to have been apart of the experience. My host family made it so that I was completely immersed into the culturally Moroccan experience.
Another positive aspect of the program was my Arabic teacher. From the beginning I asked her to push me and that she did. She would have days when I would only be allowed to speak Arabic with her while doing every day things such as cooking or going to a cafe. At times this was definitely challenging but I learned so much because of her. These intensive Arabic classes gave me the courage to talk to people on the streets. Now I know that Arabic is not impossible to learn.
I am very grateful to the staff members of Projects Abroad for arranging a wonderful trip.