#SOL20 Things I’ve Grown to Appreciate During Covid-19

In my head I've reflected about what I've been learning during this Covid-19 time, but I think it's about time that I started to write them down before I quickly forget. There have definitely been highs and lows during Covid-19 and distance learning was not easy. (We are going back to the classroom in about … Continue reading #SOL20 Things I’ve Grown to Appreciate During Covid-19

Slice of life challenge day 2: returning home

Yesterday, I came home from school and saw something small at our doorstep. To my surprise, it was our Starbucks bear (dressed as a penguin) keychain waiting for our return with no note or explanation. I couldn't help but smile that it found it's way back home after a few months in the hands of … Continue reading Slice of life challenge day 2: returning home

Slice of Life Challenge Day #1: dusting off the cobwebs

Yesterday, I realized that it was almost March, which meant the slice of life story challenge was starting. I remembered how dedicated I was to writing daily during the month of March and encouraged my students to participate in the classroom challenge. However, it has been a few years since I last participated. I thought … Continue reading Slice of Life Challenge Day #1: dusting off the cobwebs

wedding customs

One of the most fascinating experiences I've had living abroad has been attending different weddings. It's always so interesting attending weddings in different countries and seeing how similar and different they are. When I lived in Korea, I was surprised by how quick weddings were. Usually the weddings I've been to in the States were … Continue reading wedding customs