Starting life in a new country is rather analogous to developing a fungicide for agricultural products. These two main aspects in my life currently, create an unlikely, yet interesting comparison. During the process of creating a fungicide, many studies are conducted, and various treatments are tested. In the end, the treatment that is truly successful against the pesky invader is the lucky one to get sent off to the farmers to use on their crops. But the end result is not the only part that is important to study and examine. As the seed begins to germinate, the roots begin to protrude from the core, and one is able to catch the first glimpses of whether or not the fungus combatant is doing its job. Those little roots make their way into the large world, are tested, and face obstacles. Just like those little roots, we as people make our way into the larger world and face obstacles, and are treated by various measures. Everyday we test out new situations and determine which ones suit us and comfort us, and which ones really don't do all that much to combat any of our fears or ill feelings. The circumstances that "treat" us become our niche. These places, or situations-- whatever they may be-- inhibit, or prevent the bad. It may take a lot of time, and many tests to find these special conditions, but the end product is worth the struggle.

This comparison may be slightly cliche, or slightly difficult to understand in its entirety, but it is an important thought to keep in your mind when you begin life in a new country (or just everyday life in general). And for me currently, every experience has its importance.

It also could be that the fungicide treatments are going to my brain and affecting my thought process...