School Hotpot and KTV

Today, the school had hotpot and KTV. It was interesting to listen to the Chinese and Taiwanese songs. The food that they were putting together was quite interesting as well. Enjoy the photos!

 Mushrooms going in!!!!

 The Peace Group

 Teacher Liesl

 Teacher Monica and Liesl

 Teacher Nicole

 Teacher Silvia

 Teachers Candy and Nicole

The pot that I won!

This is what goes into a hotpot.

SBL

The weather has been a lot colder than what the temperature reads. It might say 46, but it is really 31. Nothing like that good ocean weather to keep you cool. I attended a basketball game on Sunday. It was nice to see something more American style. The games show on ESPN Live and only cost $150-$300 NT to watch. I went to take pictures of two of the players that I have befriended on Facebook. I met a man from the states. I fell in love with his son William. He talked and asked a lot of funny questions during the game. He was my other source of entertainment. I have 9 days until my hospital visit. I'm excited! It's been a long time coming! Until then, I will try to move around a little more before the dreaded bed rest kicks happens. Enjoy the pictures and videos!

SBL

New Year's Fireworks

For New Year's, I went to the Taipei City Hall area to see the fireworks being shot off of Taipei 101. There were lots of people there. The body heat from everyone kept us from getting cold. Some teachers in other areas of Taiwan that are in the program with me came to visit for the weekend. We exchanged stories about the students and our responsibilities at our schools. We will see each other again in Taichung on the 24th of this month. Enjoy the video!

 Ben

 Nate

 David

 A dog in a stroller with a sweater on

 Is Coffee (can't think of a better title for it)

 Nate and Shelby

 David, Nate, and Shelby

 

 His drink looks like mouthwash

 

 How many people can fit on one scooter?

 Do you see what I see hanging off the bottom of the bike?

 Yes, folks! Those are cds! Great reflectors! Only in Taiwan!

 We need this for school bullies!

 My friend Leifson.

 What are you feeding me now!?!

Not bad! Taste like Craisins!

 Taipei 101

 

 

 

 

The end of the 1st Semester

Well, the last day of the 1st semester is on the 20th and I feel safe to say that I survived. It has taken me the majority of the semester to completely catch on to the ins and outs of things here. We recently had a demo teaching day for principals and teachers in Taipei City.  There was 100+ people there. Talk about stress! I have never had to speak or teach in front of that many adults. Kids are a breeze! I managed to sing a quick phrase in front of the entire school with no issue. I don't know! My level of comfort is higher with the little ones. I will figure it out eventually.
We have had several meetings to discuss lesson plans, curriculum, and visiting schools lessons. I think our last meeting was very successful and now I can begin working on my plans for next semester. Thankfully, I get to teach gym and dance. My focus will be on line dances. I think the students will be able to learn them quickly and use English to teach others with some ease. English Club is finished for this semester and I have already been asked to get things detailed for next semester. The kids love Spongebob so I will try to find an episode that they can perform.
I am posting all the videos and pictures that I have yet to post. Sorry that there are so many! With the Chinese New Year coming, I'm sure there will be plenty more. Enjoy!

 I had to take antibiotics 3 times a day for 3 days. That was not fun!

 I liked how the pharmacist wrote this on my prescription!

 Visiting Schools

 Christmas Carols from one of the classes

 Christmas Decorations

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Made from recycled materials

So cute!!!!