Are you intoxicated when you hear about the New World?
Who is a passionate travel bug like James Cook, and settlers who inhabited some
countries? Who loves traveling and learning history, especially those that
hounded stirring expeditions in the past? We, Extension students, went on a
lively journey to Portland, Oregon. I've earned some marvelous prosperity by
inspecting the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center, the volleyball match at Portland
State University, and Tebo’s restaurant.
First, we stopped by the Columbia Gorge Discovery
Center, and we underwent the liveliest incident and earned a supplementary
perception. The most vibrant thing that occurred there was that I did fire a
rifle for the very first time in my entire life. Since we’re exchange students
and have stayed in the MFWI campus, we are not allowed to use firearms. I've
been attracted by using guns but for that reason, I lost my hope of doing so.
Though the noise of the rifle was tremendously deafening, it was thoroughly
invigorating. If I hadn't partaken in this Extension program, I wouldn't have fired
a rifle. Moreover, I gained the new knowledge about the Corps of Discovery. For
instance, they carried over 64,000 pounds throughout their expedition, and 200 pounds
of a bison slaughter could serve thirty one hungry men, one woman, and a child.
That means one person could devour about nine pounds of hamburgers. By
undergoing the exotic rifle practical experience, and gaining some cognizance,
the sojourn there was fruitful.
Next, we visited Portland State University and watched
the zealous volleyball match, and one of American customs. I assimilated two
cultural differences in the middle of America and Japan there. For example, I
noticed that American people stood but didn't sing their National Anthem.
Though, Japanese people often sing it. Another one was, in my opinion, American
cheered more vehemently compared to Japanese people. They seemed like they’re
willing to cheer the contestants up, and vitalize all the time by shouting “Go
Vikes”, and “Come On”. I'm proud of having squawked as well as Americans.
Without our yelling support, the players would have lost some games. Some
people were in high spirits when, “We Will Rock You” by Queen was played while
stamping their feet. Seen from a distance, they seemed thoroughly electrified.
Unexpectedly, I glimpsed American culture, looking in on the volleyball match
was rewarding.
Finally, I perceived the kindness of one person at
Tebo’s restaurant, and people I encountered on all accounts of this alluring
jaunt. I made a purchase of some food and a piece of cake. After ingesting the
food, I tasted the cake. Then swiftly, one elderly employee dropped by some
people's table asking if the food and everything were okay, and suggested one
scoop of ice cream. When he came to my table, I assumed the ice cream was not
complimentary. Not knowing what to say, I denied having it; however, some
minutes later, he came to our table again and distributed the ice cream.
Needless to say, it was gratis. I was astounded with my eyes wide open because
this kind of service had never happened in my whole life till then.
Furthermore, throughout this journey, some Extension students, escort teachers,
and our bus driver tugged my heartstrings because they were exceedingly kind.
For instance, when I had a fever, no sooner had asked I if someone had had a
medicine, than one person gave it to me, and checked if I was okay. Both Ron
and Sarah were perfectly awesome teachers without fail by propelling,
relinquishing valuable lectures on the bus, and being witty and facetious to
us. Our bus driver, Matt, was also magnificent because he fetched us
invulnerably even when we were in the thick snow, interacted with us
frequently, he was ceaselessly exuberant. It was him that clutched a lot of
students’ arms at the Multnomah Falls since the brawny current of air was
blustering. Rarely do I come across such amiable people. I recollect everyone's
gentleness strongly. Exploiting this voyage, I encountered so much warmheartedness
of people including clerks at Tebo's, Ron and Sarah, extension folks, and Matt.
In conclusion, this Portland Trip was immensely
rewarding because I acquired the firearms experience and some brand new
comprehensions about the Corps of Discovery at the Columbia Gorge Discovery
Center, reaped some American culture including their enthusiasm and not
chanting when people are listening to the National Anthem at the Portland State
University, and detected some people’s kindness without fail including
extension students, Ron and Sarah, and the bus driver. Our awe-inspiring
expedition was utterly spectacular. Literally everything was awesome.
