Ugh. Who knew internet was so precious? And so fickle? We bought the top-up card last night, but couldn't get it to work.
After leaving the cafe last night, we walked until we found a place to eat, a cute little place that served Indian food, American burgers, and pizza. We split a pizza and some chips (french fries). Then we walked to the Asda (Wal-Mart) and got a few basic things. When we got back to the house, all four of us watched "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy," which we got from Blockbuster. Apparently, you can get 2 weeks free rentals if you sign up with them, so we jumped on that. The movie was weird... and difficult to follow. We just went to bed after.
The glories of waking up whenever you want, with no alarm! The sun streaming in, cozied up under a duvet... Ahh... It was heavenly. We all got up and got ready, and then took the bus to the train station and took the train into Glasgow. We walked the wrong way for a while (seems to be our plight) and finally found the Gallery of Modern Art where we thought we could get free Wi-Fi. Nope. Need a library card. Then we found a cafe with free Wi-Fi. Nope they have no space for us. Finally, a Starbucks! ::Insert Hallelujah chorus here::
It all feels so surreal. Sometimes I don't really feel like I'm in Scotland, but then someone opens their mouth and I remember. It is funny to listen to my students talk because I can't always understand them. I have to ask them to repeat themselves like 3 or 4 times! I also can't believe that one week is done. 6 weeks at Warren Central seemed an eternity; six weeks here seems like nothing.
But I am rejoicing in every little moment and thanking the Lord for the opportunity to be here. Still praying about the funds, but I trust He will provide.
Blessings.
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Greetings from Hamilton, Scotland! At long last, an internet opportunity! We do not currently have internet in the house (we have to buy a top-up card... weird) but we are working on it. Three of us are at a little cafe called D'Nisi's. Very nice atmosphere... we might come back here.
Anywho, Kelly and I arrived right on time (praise God!) and met up with Kristina and Allison who arrived a couple hours earlier than us. We finally met up with our cab driver and he had to call a second car because we had 11 bags between us all. : / 25 minutes later, we were at the house and oohing and ahhing over it.
Monday was our first day and it was quite a surprise. We have a different schedule everyday, the students actually know the words please and thank you (most actually call me Miss!) and we get a tea break in the morning along with a 45 minute lunch! I taught my first lesson on Wednesday and taught a little each day. I'm teaching more next week.
Some fun stories in which you get to laugh at us:
1. We took the wrong bus Tuesday; a kind old couple had to tell us to get off the bus, cross the street, and go the other direction.
2. Kelly plugged in a hair dryer while I was still in bed. I heard POP! and the lamp went out. Thankfully we were able to fix the fuse and it wasn't a big deal.
3. My students think I talk funny.
4. I told a student he had Justin Beiber hair and he protested profusely.
5. We met Kim and Richard, two Scottish student teachers. Kelly got it in her head that Richard's name was actually Michael. We found out later it was his middle name. We had no idea.
That's all for now. Getting kicked out.
Love and hugs!
Andrea
Anywho, Kelly and I arrived right on time (praise God!) and met up with Kristina and Allison who arrived a couple hours earlier than us. We finally met up with our cab driver and he had to call a second car because we had 11 bags between us all. : / 25 minutes later, we were at the house and oohing and ahhing over it.
Monday was our first day and it was quite a surprise. We have a different schedule everyday, the students actually know the words please and thank you (most actually call me Miss!) and we get a tea break in the morning along with a 45 minute lunch! I taught my first lesson on Wednesday and taught a little each day. I'm teaching more next week.
Some fun stories in which you get to laugh at us:
1. We took the wrong bus Tuesday; a kind old couple had to tell us to get off the bus, cross the street, and go the other direction.
2. Kelly plugged in a hair dryer while I was still in bed. I heard POP! and the lamp went out. Thankfully we were able to fix the fuse and it wasn't a big deal.
3. My students think I talk funny.
4. I told a student he had Justin Beiber hair and he protested profusely.
5. We met Kim and Richard, two Scottish student teachers. Kelly got it in her head that Richard's name was actually Michael. We found out later it was his middle name. We had no idea.
That's all for now. Getting kicked out.
Love and hugs!
Andrea
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
15 months and 14 days ago, I applied for student teaching, turning in an application for cross-cultural student teaching as well. I really had no idea where I wanted to go and I placed the entire situation in the Lord's hands. Long story short, I ended up placed in Hamilton, Scotland. I feel so blessed in this placement because there are four of us young ladies traveling to Hamilton, because it significantly lowered the housing cost. Also, all four of us have been placed at the same school, which is within walking distance from our house! God is good!
I leave Saturday, so naturally I have not started packing yet. :) I would love it if you chose to follow this blog and keep up on the adventures had in Scotland.
I leave Saturday, so naturally I have not started packing yet. :) I would love it if you chose to follow this blog and keep up on the adventures had in Scotland.
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