Okay as you all know im Armenian. Our gatherings are just wow... It would be a miracle if you survive. The reason why im talking about this is because im at one right now so wish me luck. Lets begin with how this Shit goes down. Alright it starts with the waiting. Your mom tells you that theyre all arriving at 7 OH BUT WE ALL KNOW THAT AIN'T GONNA HAPPEN. Us Armenian's like to be as late as possible. Your guest arrive at about 10 then you have to greet all guests and relatives and half of them you didnt even know existed. These relatives usually greet you 3 different ways. Some kiss you once on each cheek, some kiss you 20 times on each cheek, and some just smile and wave. After youre done greeting all 284 of your guests, now you move on to the talking. The men usually sit on the couch and talk about politics. While the women are in the kitchen preparing the food. And if there are any kids, you have the worst luck dont you? And about every 5 minutes or so the men have a cigarette either in the back yard, or the front yard. So youre gonna have your house smell like cigarettes for about a day or two :) . Finally the food is ready, now get ready for the awkward silence. Eating is one of the most awkwardest times of you life. Once its done you put your plate in the dishwasher and go back to what you were doing. But god forbid, dont let your mom catch you doing nothing because then she'll put you to work. The men go back to talking about politics and the women are in the kitchen cleaning. And your mom will start putting out sunflower seeds, fruit, vegetables, cookies, and just anything she finds in the kitchen basically. Then she asks if you want tea or coffee and it doesnt matter what you say she'll put on both. And only a couple things are eaten anyways. Its called "Armenian Hospitality." Just a waste of food to me...couldve saved lives with all that food -_- . Anyways its FINALLY time for all the guests to get the fuck out. Thank. God. You say bye to each and everyone of your guests. And to your surprise, youve survived. But its not long until your mom has another gathering planned the next day :D you dont stand a chance...
