I’m sitting in a coffee shop. All’s right with the world.
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Making the Cut
I’m not entirely sure how or why, but I have always used scissors backwards. It just seemed to me that the big hole was bigger because your thumb went in at an angle. As of this week, I now know the proper way to use scissors. Glad I got that one cleared up.
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Snow Angels
We got our first real snow, and I made the most of it with some students. Plus hot chocolate.
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Simple Witness
I had a few students ask about why I came to China and when my answer matched the answers of a few other teachers, it started them thinking about how we could have the same motivation. We all came to China to help people, and that is not a common motive for people to have. They were interested in what bred such a desire.
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Shopping Glee
I am surprised that I’m still surprised when I surprise people with my white skin. Like I did at the store this evening. But I have learned to enjoy the moment more, which seems to make it more enjoyable for the surprised native as well.
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