Yesterday was our first Omani cultural lesson. It was very interesting and informative. We learned about traditional Omani قهوة (coffee). For this lesson the leaders separated the men and women. Women were taught downstairs while the men were taught upstairs. We were told to sit around a mat as a professors demonstrated.

So I’ve been in class for four days now. I’ve been asked a few questions about the Academic side of this Study abroad trip. The “main” reason while I’m here. Classes are offered Sunday- Thursday. Fridays- Saturdays are considered the weekend. I have been taking intensive Arabic classes from 8:30- 1:10.

Well it’s been about four days here in this beautiful city. It’s a great, wonderful place. Very hot, but great. The first day was mainly touring and the other three we class. I will be noting a few observations here:

The first full day is really where the adventure begins. I was able to get to know my flat mates better, and I am blessed to be with some amazing ladies. One of them actually attends school with me and it was a pleasant surprise to see a familiar face and the other two attend universities in the states as well. My group is small compared to the other groups that are here to study at the university, but I do like them.

I have finally gotten time to write. It has been my second day here in Muscat, Oman. My first day was absolutely wonderful. I spent so much time on the plane that finally stepping off was wonderful.

For those who don’t know I am going Muscat, Oman!!!!! Originally I was going to go to Morocco, but due to internal issues within the program my trip there was cancelled and I was given this awesome to go to Oman. Either way I know my steps are ordered by the Lord.For those who don’t know I am going Muscat, Oman!!!!! Originally I was going to go to Morocco, but due to internal issues within the program my trip there was cancelled and I was given this awesome to go to Oman. Eit

The first country I will visiting the sultanate of Oman. It is located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, to the east of Yemen and south of Saudi Arabia. The national language of the Omani people is Arabic and the national religion is Islam.