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Here are some more C.R. facts I found interesting today as I was reading a handout from the school:

We DO NOT have air conditioning. The windows are open 24/7 and the average temp is around 75. :)

We DO NOT have to have a prescription to get RX drugs - unless it is a narcotic! This helps a lot!

Church: The form of the service depends on the church but some cultural differences do exist. For example, the service may begin late. In addition, if a member of the church brings a non-Christian friend to the service, many times he will introduce him as a friend who is not a believer and who needs prayer

EXPRESSIONS AND MANNERS

Expressions: In Latin America, you will hear certain expressions, which you may initially find offensive, but which constitute terms of endearment to the speaker. These may include:
gordo(a) / gordito(a) (little) fatty
negro(a) / negrito(a) (little) blackie
macho(a) / machito(a) (little) blondie
flaco(a) / flaquito(a) (little) skinny

Whereas the term "fatty" in English may be an insult in reference to one's weight, in Spanish, "gordito (a)" is simply an endearing nickname which may have no relevance to one's size.

Children and Discipline: It is uncommon for Latin Americans to discipline their children in public. Therefore, the children may run free and scream a lot. The supervision of children is more relaxed than in North America. It is very common for children to be present with their parents in a church service whereas, often, North Americans take their children to a nursery or class.


Time and Money: In Latin America there is no hurry except in Cars. One should keep a positive and patient attitude, whether learning a language or waiting for a bus. The North American is punctual. The Latin American is punctual for work but is more flexible with time. Take a magazine or book if you are going to the doctor, a bank, or anything to do with the government.