February 8, 2009

Japan v Mexico

Anna and the kids are in Utah while I am a bachelor in Mexico. The result: I think I have more time on my hands right now than I have had for the past 3 years combined, especially on the weekends. It has been interesting coming directly from Japan to Mexico because of the cultural contrast. I can't imagine 2 cultures which would be more different. Here are the top differences I have noticed so far.

1. Japanese are always 5 to 10 minutes early, Mexicans are at least 10 minutes late
2. At work, Japan starts with a morning roll call at 8:15 sharp. In Mexico people arrive at work anywhere from 8:00 to 9:00, then take a 2 hour lunch
3. In Japan, everyone does up the top button of the Polo shirt, in the US we leave 1 button undone and in Mexico, they leave them all undone!
4. In Mexico, you greet someone with a hug and a kiss on the cheek. In Japan, just a bow (no physical contact whatsoever).
5. During Sunday School at church in Japan, no one will make any comments. In Mexico, they won't stop making comments

PS. Sorry no pics...our camera is still in Utah.

1 comments:

Mindy said...

I cannot say I am *too* sad you are a bachelor in Mexico right now ... I was able to meet up with your AMAZING wife because of it and it made my day! :)