Yesterday was my last day of classes. And to the shock and awe of my friends, family, and even myself, I'll put it out there...
I cried.
No, not a gasping for air, crackling voice type of cry, but rather a straight faced cry where four or five solid tear drops trinkled down the side of my cheek.
Just one student was lucky enough to witness this unexpected display of emotion as the clock struck 9:30pm and she handed in the last test.
Five months of teaching English in a country that I once knew nothing about. Over in the blink of an eye.
"What was your favorite part of English class?" I asked my students, as a bonus question on the last test.
This generated a number of interesting responses, my favorite being:
Five months of teaching English in a country that I once knew nothing about. Over in the blink of an eye.
"What was your favorite part of English class?" I asked my students, as a bonus question on the last test.
This generated a number of interesting responses, my favorite being:
"When we laugh because you laugh you learning more. I think it."
I think I am going to miss it here.
I think I am going to miss it here.
Hey.... when you like something and have to leave it behind it's hard to hold the emotions... the best to do it's just to let it goes... but where is my class photo?? rsrsrsrs So.. i think i'm a lucky one when i think that i'll have at least one more chance to pass some time alongside you on our game this weekend..... we really going to miss you....but.... the life continues...and who knows... we will meet again in the future...
ReplyDeleteI am so happy you had such a great experience. I'm sure your students will miss you also.
ReplyDeleteI will truly miss reading your blog... until your next adventure.
Diane!! I couldn't see you at school, but i'm here to say I'll miss you!! You're so special for me! You're unforgettable!! Good lucky!! Kiss
ReplyDeletei'm happy because i managed to hold my tears in front of you girls... but now.... all my away form your place to my.... tears roll like there's no way to stop it.... well is sad to say goodbye to people like you two.... you're so cool... like i said.... there's only good memories for me.... and i hope for you too.... now all i can say is that God keep blessing your paths and if you're happy you can be sure that i'll be too.... i'll be here always cheering for you and wishing all good to happen to you..... i think i have said too much for now.... thnak you for everything... you'll be alway in a special place into my heart.... i'll miss you two a lot.... Goodbye....and we keep talking by the internet....
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