So we're in Zaros, which is tiny and pretty much consists of a pharmacy, restaurant and a bulk of artisan shops. Yesterday we went into a tablecloth store and guess how they make their selling items? A weaving loom that sits at the front of the store! She didn't speak any English but from what little Greek I've learned I was able to converse with her enough to where she showed me how her loom worked. We had a delicious dinner here lastnight; Cretans really know how to cook. I will cook some of the things they served me whenever I get home so you can get a "taste" of what I've experienced!
We've hiked so much here on Crete. Today we hiked 14 km (roughly 9 miles) through the mountains of Zaros. It's been so windy so I didn't get too hot, but I was sweating and could definitely feel the workout! We've hiked in three other places as well and are hiking several more before the program is over. At the top, the lady who has been cooking for us here brought up food and served us lunch, taught us to dance while the goats kept trying to steal from our plates while we weren't looking... now that's Greece for you! Haha. But the food! Oh the food! Mousaka, Souvlaki, tons of breads, tons of fruit, and man oh man are the crazy about olive oil. I've even eaten tomatos here because they are so fresh and after being marinated in the spices and herbs, they are to die for.
Tonight we're going to have Greek Pizza (we need a little switching up- I think we've had Tzaziki sauce every night for 2 weeks!) at seven with a group of us girls. I've met so many people and made so many friends while I've been here. I'm really glad that I didn't know anyone very well, as I believe it's made getting to know each other a lot easier... enough for now!
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