I actually heard our cake cutting song (quote above) in an electronics store in the mall this week! It was such a fun treat since it's rare that we recognize the music here. But I took it as a small blessing and a reminder that Taylor and I picked that song, for the adventures we would have. And here we are! Just about everyday we look at each other and say, "We're doing it, babe!" Together, we can do anything...love him!
So. What adventures did this week bring? School. We started our first week with students, and so far, I really enjoy it. It's totally different than what I used to do. My room is quiet ALL day long, even with students in there. I do lots of paperwork (no different than I did previously) but now when I sit down to work, I actually feel like I can get work done and in peace in quiet. I have seen about 8 of my 21 students and they're all very sweet, very smart but maybe a tad bit organized with their materials and thoughts--which is where I step in. So I will be providing testing help, organization help, study tips, a quiet room, etc.
Taylor also had his first experience in front of a classroom this week. Since it has been 4 years since my first teaching gig, I had forgotten the stress that builds before placing yourself in front of 40 whites of eyes. It can be intimidating! But he did such a great job! I snuck by his room during a slow part of my day and he was teaching up front and the kids were giggling about something he said. Typical, Taylor! He will slowly fall into his element, I know. For now, the next week for him will involve learning how to grade, post grades and give quizzes. All new challenges that he will most definitely learn quickly. I am so proud of him for being willing to move across the world and try something completely new. He is so daring and brave and I admire this about him!
Of course I have been snapping shots from the week. Things I saw that didn't get to be pictured below include the 'calf' leg carving station in the grocery store where they were shredding some calf leg for a little sample--just like Costco! Yummmm...or not.
Or the shirt I saw this morning while running..which I just couldn't get the nerve or the time to get a picture taken---thin black stripes, hot pink writing, a little heart at the bottom, just a cute t-shirt on an innocent young woman. But I'm certain she did not know the translation read, "What happens when it all comes off?" I seriously want to market myself to translate for these companies before they mass produce!!
So these are pictures of my talented husband, taking the title of Player of the Game for the Alumni Game last weekend. Around the building when he or I meet someone new, as soon as he says his name, they say, "Oh, the basketball Taylor!" He's famous. I like it. :)
Just a little night view from our balcony. It's pretty stunning, day or night!
This is what appears to be a normal bathroom, excuse me, it's 'toilet' only here....but look again!
It's actually the smallest toilet in the world, haha! This was in the kindergarten at the church we tried last weekend.
The food is always an adventure...not so sure what this would taste like?
I was thoroughly disappointed when my food came out last Sunday and this is what it was...supposed to be Beef Brisket Soup...and yet, if you look closely, there's nothing really 'meatish' about it! PURE FAT!!! Globs and globs! UGH. Haha. I ate the broth and noodles and that was great :)
I found a new favorite...Franc Franc! It's a home store but this circular booth is full of different, gorgeous pillow covers! I am tucking this away in the back of my mind for our home next year...
Who doesn't want Aloe Vera flavored yogurt?!
Off to school! Mr. Williams' first day outfit (and the rest of the middle school--matching t-shirts!)
This is the immigration office...we went to it this week to pick up our....
Hong Kong ID cards! We're officially residents! Which means we can now get our visas for mainland China! Cheap massages and pedicures, here we come!!
This was on the deck of a mall--such a beautiful park! And pretty skyline. They really don't skimp on their malls!
Beautiful in any country ;) I actually have not had a Starbucks since we've been here! There is another coffee shop called Pacifica Coffee Company which is more widely found...
This place was awesome! It's a Canadian hamburger place but they were soooo great. And sweet potato fries. Perfect date night!
The few pictures above are from a Welcome banquet that the school hosts at the YMCA (it's more like a 5 Star Hotel!) It was an awesome buffet of all sorts of food!
Oh! The Mobile Softie. There is an ice cream truck here, too! However, it tasted more like coconut vanilla to me...not so fond.
So pretty--can't wait to explore more!
Goodmorning, Hong Kong! Out for an early morning run...pretty blue sky!
A "Zumba" class that was learning a new dance---I'm tempted to join next time!
Breakfast tacos! A delicacy since flour tortillas are more rare! Yum!
Skyping with one of our favorite Parker family (The Holmans) revived our souls! Look at those sweet faces! Love you guys!
We're off to the world's largest outdoor escalator...probably some fun food...and of course, some shops! We are so blessed with wonderful friends here AND the technology to talk and stay in touch with those at home. XOXO!
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