At first I thought about what to write... now I want to write so much!))

Okay, as I already mentioned, the hotel was small, so there wasn't much work. I worked in housekeeping, and all the conditions for work were provided. I have 3 brothers in my family, so cleaning isn't difficult work for me, especially when they pay in dollars))) I went on this program not only to work, but to get to know the country. That's why I wasn't in a hurry to find a second job. I worked in the mornings, and in the afternoons, I would go here and there with my employer. Jim is a good storyteller, it was interesting to listen to him, and he had a cool car))) He introduced me to his neighbors and other students (though I didn't meet the first Russian-speaking students until a month later). We traveled to other states, to the ocean shore, I tried lobster (I liked it, it reminds me a bit of chicken meat), my first trip to a Walmart supermarket, riding a bike to nearby places, shopping, watching the sunrise and sunset, hanging out until late at night, an American party—in short, I enjoyed my first experience abroad. Everything was new and interesting to me.

Also, here is a photo with Jim and Lisa.

I moved in with a neighbor, Andre from Slovenia, who worked at the motel next door. She is older, and we discussed everything up to the meaning of life (she doesn't know Russian, and I didn't have any Russian-speaking neighbors at all). I also realized that everyone I talked to was unhappy with the politics of their countries. =( That's sad. Later, girls from China and Slovakia arrived. We also explored the surroundings with her employers. We tried each other's food, came up with interesting hangouts; once, girls from Lithuania dressed up in bear costumes and came to scare us at 3 AM. We recorded everything on video; our reaction: we weren't scared, we were laughing, but the Chinese girl who lived alone was calling her uncle for 2-3 days out of fear). Later, we started looking for a second job, or rather, it was provided to us; there was another one nearby, only it was a huuuuge hotel. 200-300 workers worked there. I started my second job 3-4 weeks after arriving. The work consisted of maintaining cleanliness on the lower floors of the hotel (lobby). (Vacuuming, dusting, changing towels in the pools.) We went through an interview and chose our work. There were more guests at the motel and, consequently, more work, so I asked my friend, Moldir, from another state to come to me (we met at the airport and kept in touch; she was also alone). At the second job, in the hotel, I was in the Lobby Crew, and she was a Busser. It became even more fun))) We met many workers, especially in the cafeteria))). We taught each other "Hello," "How are you," "Thank you"... phrases like that in all the languages we were lucky enough to encounter. Everyone appreciated the interest in their language and culture. The hardest one is Chinese. Every time after work, we would lounge around until one in the morning and share our impressions of the day. Even though we did the same work every day, some interesting events would happen, or we would discuss interesting guests. You meet so many different personalities every day, and everyone has their own life story. (Once I saw a naked man by the pool; my funniest stories are related to the pool area))) It's a very interesting story how I met Russian speakers. At the hotel, I only worked in the evenings; one time I was sitting in the lobby and heard Russian swearing. I thought I was imagining it, but after listening closely and confirming, I met girls from Moldova. They worked as housekeepers during the day, so I hadn't seen them before. We quickly became friends)). Jim tried to take me and Moldir to national parks, shopping, and interesting places in the state every week (they have owned a business for 10 years, he knows every corner of the state, about traveling), so we didn't get bored from work.

Working... after a month at two jobs, we were tired, but it's possible not to get too tired with the right approach. (There is always a way out!) The second year I did almost the same work, but it was significantly easier. Not just because of the experience I had gained. It's just that my work didn't require heavy physical labor. I managed to allocate my time correctly. To adapt and to adapt them. I could finish my work quickly and spend the remaining time on myself, socializing with other tourists or workers. There was no special supervision at the second job. Especially since the work was in the evening. No one watched me or pointed out mistakes. On your conscience, so to speak. So you'll have to sweat, study everything, ask the workers, and find the pros of your job; later you get used to it and it becomes easier. All my friends got used to it, and you will too. So don't lose heart and do it as best you can. Still, it's easier to work with your own, i.e., Russian speakers, but everything that happens in our lives is good life experience. At first, I was sad and looked for Russian speakers. But working among English speakers improved my hearing and polished my language. Cons of the work... There were lazy and impudent people who didn't do their duties; no one was fired. At first, I was angry at them, then I somehow got used to it. I made friends with them, and they drove me home for free. I believe there are no bad people; we all have all character traits, we can all be both mean and kind. The main thing is the attitude; I didn't fight with anyone or get into conflict relationships. But then everyone loved me too, and everyone helped however they could. A little psychology)) There were many funny situations during work, so the main thing is the approach and mindset. You can do it, don't be afraid) Every year so many students go before you and do the same work, so you can do it too. =) Good luck!