The days of Hong Kong have been over for a few years. As my life has shifted dramatically in the last three of my life, it is time to start a jump back into writing. My new home can be found on my South African blog documenting my travels through Botswana, South Africa and Mozambique as well as the adventurous destinations which await those who are not weary. Follow if you so choose: http://academiaenafriqueadventures.wordpress.com
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
September Speculates
My small, dimly lit lectern guides my steps as I reflect on the daily tremblings of a teacher, as well as a student. The duality of it is not so distinct - I can't tell the difference. Aren't we all still learning?
Today I woke up with a bit of a headache, but I was just simply glad to be in the middle of a nice day, with not too much rain. I've begun a few small projects lately in the language arts. In order to improve myself, I've taken to reading some new texts in French and Spanish (One being "Twilight", the uber popular Vampire series, otherwise known as "Crepusculo," the other a simple textbook.) I once was proficient in one of these languages, the former merely a whisper of understanding. I also mused on how to involve myself sooner rather than later in the cultural vida of Hong Kong's enthusiastic heartbeat. It can be so easy to accept invites to soirees, barbeques, birthday functions, holidays, and dinners with friends, but what about attending plays, reading books, discovering visual or performance masterpieces? Hence, I pre-registered for the Fine Art Asia Fair on October 3rd today, complimentary. How marvellous! It makes me feel refreshed already.
In this city who never slows down for a hot minute, it is undeniably necessary to rest. She is a monster, this Hong Kong, relishing the collective mix of people all after their place in this mess - off to work, off to school, off to shop (haha)...Isn't that the truth? She merely laughs at us as we trample over each other to make it to the next hectic destination. These days, I practically run down the sidewalks, to keep up with the bobbing umbrellas, tear-stained streets from acid rainfall, and slippery pedestrians trying to go here or there.
And so today, I rest. Especially after my brief window of calm when I was with my loving, exuberant, centered, and never dull family in California - I feel grounded. In the knowledge of all that is true and sacred - real relationships - I know I can slow down to enjoy life and all God has to offer. So cheers to all of you who make me smile - you're such a blessing: you all know who you are!
Today I woke up with a bit of a headache, but I was just simply glad to be in the middle of a nice day, with not too much rain. I've begun a few small projects lately in the language arts. In order to improve myself, I've taken to reading some new texts in French and Spanish (One being "Twilight", the uber popular Vampire series, otherwise known as "Crepusculo," the other a simple textbook.) I once was proficient in one of these languages, the former merely a whisper of understanding. I also mused on how to involve myself sooner rather than later in the cultural vida of Hong Kong's enthusiastic heartbeat. It can be so easy to accept invites to soirees, barbeques, birthday functions, holidays, and dinners with friends, but what about attending plays, reading books, discovering visual or performance masterpieces? Hence, I pre-registered for the Fine Art Asia Fair on October 3rd today, complimentary. How marvellous! It makes me feel refreshed already.
In this city who never slows down for a hot minute, it is undeniably necessary to rest. She is a monster, this Hong Kong, relishing the collective mix of people all after their place in this mess - off to work, off to school, off to shop (haha)...Isn't that the truth? She merely laughs at us as we trample over each other to make it to the next hectic destination. These days, I practically run down the sidewalks, to keep up with the bobbing umbrellas, tear-stained streets from acid rainfall, and slippery pedestrians trying to go here or there.
And so today, I rest. Especially after my brief window of calm when I was with my loving, exuberant, centered, and never dull family in California - I feel grounded. In the knowledge of all that is true and sacred - real relationships - I know I can slow down to enjoy life and all God has to offer. So cheers to all of you who make me smile - you're such a blessing: you all know who you are!
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