The Good
- School is amazing. I only have 3 classes right now and would like more. I can't believe I love teaching children as much as I do. I really thought I wouldn't care for it. I wanted to focus on teaching adults but have found pure joy in teaching kids. Don't get me wrong, I do have to yell, scold and lecture on occasion. But they always make me laugh and smile by the end of class. This may be the most rewarding thing I have ever done.
- I truly love living here. It's crazy, interesting, fun, challenging, and frustrating...sometimes all at the same time. Life is very easy here and there are enough western comforts to make me not miss the US.
- I have been very lucky to meet two American brothers and their Vietnamese wives. They have quickly become my family here and that's who I spend a lot of my time with. They are amazing and we have connected quickly. I thank God for them.
- I have found a reliable motorbike driver named Tran. He speaks English and is a great driver. It's nice to have someone to rely on, trust and not have to haggle with prices all the time.
The Bad
- I was in my first motorbike crash yesterday. I was riding on the back with my driver when someone cut us off as we were turning. We fell over on to the pavement. Luckily, we were going pretty slow and my school bag cushioned my fall. I did sustain a few scrapes and bruises but all in all I was lucky. Tran was more beat up than me but was very concerned about me. This incident just solidified my lack of desire to drive a motorbike on my own.
- I recently got my heart broken. In early December, I met another American English teacher online. His name is Lucas. Most of you know, I haven't really seriously dated over the years. I am pretty picky but when I fall....I fall hard and fast. And so I did with Lucas and for a short time, I think he did too. However, he gave me the "I just wanna be friends" talk about a week ago. I have had a hard time accepting it. Two things make this situation difficult for me. First, I am spoiled and I typically get what I want. Second, I work hard, set my mind to something and typically achieve it. Unfortunately, love and relationships aren't influenced by those things. This is a lesson I have yet to learn and sometimes wonder if I ever will. I know I am fabulous and deserve a wonderful man...i just wish he had been Lucas....
The Funny
- If a store doesn't have enough change (like 500 dong,) they give you candy. Simple yet effective. :)
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