Sorry to let you down, but there is not anything super exciting to report today..
Teaching is going great. I am slowly but surely becoming a normal face around the halls of Heinrich-Horstmann-Schule (HHS). This comes as a relief to me because during my first two weeks there the students looked at me like I was a celebrity (not necessarily a terrible thing) or like I had something really gross in my beard/on my face (yes, Mom, I have The Beard again). It is kind of an uncomfortable feeling having every kid you walk by gawk at you. But at the same time, it is really cute when they approach me and say "hello" in their very best English. I still get that obvious giggle from a number of the girls when I walk by or am in hearing range, which can get kind of awkward at times. Also, I probably learn more German during school hours than any other time, so it's a win-win situation for me!
Last week I went to the local Herbstmarkt (Fall Market) with all of the 6th graders. The Markt was actually pretty cool - it had a farmer's market-styled area, and also a carnival-type area with good food and some fun looking rides (didn't ride any unfortunately). They even had an "American Hamburger and hotdog" stand. I, naturally, had to give it a try and let me say - the hotdog was far from what I would consider "American Style." Nonetheless, it was tasty. One of my colleagues brought her son, Kevin, along for me to hang out with and practice German with (he is 19 yrs old). While we were checking the scene out, I mentioned how crappy it is that German stores don't normally carry peanut butter because I really like it/miss it. (Peanut butter is just not that popular here, unfortunately). Kevin took this comment in stride, seemingly unmoved by it. A day or two later Sigrid, the lady with whom I am living (she's a cool/chill lady), told me that she had a gift for me from someone. And just guess what it was.. A jar of some (very tasty) American-made peanut butter!! Man, I was jacked to say the least.
Other than those two things, I have nothing else worth writing about. I spend the weekend laying low and saving my bankroll for the two weeks to come because I will be traveling during my 2-WEEK FALL BREAK! Yay! So, later I will have some good stuff for all of you loyal readers.
Thanks for reading,
rw
p.s. - shout out to "Elliott," who said he is a noble reader of this blog. i thank you brother!
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Peanut Butter is Delish. Trevor has an addiction, and Trader Joes has the best "all natural" peanut butter known to mankind. If we're allowed to mail peanut butter, let me know. I'll pop some in the mail...heck, I might even send a variety pack!
ReplyDeleteYou should either (a) post your address so people can send you things or (b) send me your address.
Do you speak of "TONY"? :)
I am happy to hear that The Beard is back in full force. If I was a man and was capable of growing a full beard, I would. Plus, the Wackers can pull it off. Haha...
Things are good in Bothell. Niko turned 21! Crazy. Absolutely crazy. I went to Tacoma on 10/4 and had pizza with him at Farrellis. Actually - our meal consisted of their famous cheese bread, artichoke dip, and a "well done/crispy BBQ Chicken Pizza." It was delish. The waiter almost let Niko order a beer, but then realised that he was turning 21 in about 10 hours.
...and I told you all about Sunday yesterday when we were on gchat.
Miss you man! Can't wait to see you!
Eves
p.s. Trev says "Wassup Man! We need to get you an xbox!"