As I get older (and wiser I hope), I am trying to take a fresh approach as I travel the world for my job. Rather than just focusing mainly on getting the work done and sightseeing a bit, I am trying to consciously appreciate the little things around me that leave a positive impression. In fact, I am trying to go a step further to take home with me what I like to call a “permanent souvenir.”
While I do admit that I still seek out a cute refrigerator magnet to commemorate my trips, I thought it would be an even better idea to take a piece of the culture home as well. This can be anything from the way individuals greet each other, to how they dress, what or how they eat, or expressions they use to describe things. I will share with you the three permanent souvenirs I have just brought home with me after my latest trips to Europe.
