Nov 17 2008
Greek Inlaws
I married a Greek man. Along with my Greek husband, I got beautiful Greek in-laws. The mama always cooks for hours when she visits and we have enough food for several weeks. Our freezer gets stuffed, and so do we. The papa always fixes a leaky faucet or diagnoses car problems.
I have been trying to learn the Greek language. When I studied abroad in Ireland the education directory listed a course in modern Greek. It was very surreal learning Greek in Ireland.
Now, I’m in an online humanities degree program and the Greek lessons have taken a back burner to the class load. When my in-laws visit I always catch a few more phrases. Sometimes my husband will play Greek music and sing along.
Next year I’ll be looking at master degree programs online. The masters programs are intense and a lot of work, but I’ll always appreciate a break from studying to enjoy a great meal cooked by my Greek mother-in law.