Shopping in Greece
Posted by Joe Hallwood - 16:22 on 23 July 2009
I needed some milk. We're staying round the corner from where I used to live in Tripolis so I popped into the shop I used to frequent. The shop owner hadn't changed save for a few more grey hairs. There is no counter, you stand in the middle of the packed shop and ask for stuff. I had asked for some milk and was moving on to the coffee when he asked if I had been here before. He was so happy and suddenly the usually grumpy shop keeper was animated and we worked through the list with what I can only describe as frivolity. He even let me off 2 euros. Love all that.
Your Comments
Comment by deirdre at 18:10 on 23 July 2009.
Joe, you have a nack of making grumpy people happy!
Ahh Greece, Tripolis, sounds as though you're having great fun.
Isn't it wonderful that you can go back to a place you taught in years later and still be made to fee at home?
You wouldn't get that on a 2 week holiday- or even a round-the-world trip. there is no substitute for working or teaching abroad.
Do it NOW all while the economy is dire!Comment by Euan Sturrock at 21:24 on 23 July 2009.
Joe, I love reading your blogs. Keep up the good work!Comment by Stephania at 15:53 on 29 July 2009.
Hi,
I'm thinking of perhaps living and working in Tripoli next year after I complete my degree. My grandmother passed away early this year and left her house to my family, and as I've always wanted to return to Greece to live for a while (not just for a hol)I thought I may as well use the house as I won't have to pay for accommodation. However,I would still like a job teaching English and am wondering if you know the best way to go about this? and also my greek is very rusty so wonder if this will present a problem?
Hi, if you're looking for work in Tripolis, then it would be best to go over for a visit. Not many of the schools would advertise for work. I know quite a few who found work there in this way. You can always email us for more details if you like. All the best JoeComment by Pauline at 08:26 on 03 August 2009.
Aren't the Greeks wonderful. It's a wee while since I've been there -I'd forgotten. u r makin me want to go back.Add your comment below
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