BUSY MORNING

It's lunchtime. I just finished a sandwich, and I'm killing time until David gets home from school. A workman is here, replacing a leaky window in David's room, and Annette is talking to a friend on the phone. We've tried repeatedly and unsuccessfully to get my laptop to connect to Dan's wireless account. Looks like I'll have to be content to use Dan's computer for a while longer until we can get it figured out. Why are computers always so temperamental

Earlier this morning, I visited Ellen's 7th grade advanced English class. The kids were so shy! But I finally got a few of them to warm up and ask me some questions about American culture. I noticed that most of the maps and information in the room were British. Makes sense. We ended up talking about movie stars, fashion, and fast food. Ellen seemed pleased, but a little disappointed that her friends didn't come out of their shell a little more. I understand, though. Without advance notice, I can see how they'd have a hard time getting used to me being there or coming up with questions for me. Still, it was fun. And she gave me a tour of the school. I saw David playing basketball with his friends. It rained earlier, but it has gotten a little colder, so I saw a few flakes of snow. I made myself a hot chocolate and watched it snow for a bit before eating lunch. It's Christmastime!

Dan stopped by quickly on his route to let me see his truck - Mein Bruder ist ein Briefträger.

Going to Ellen's class got me thinking about teaching English in Japan. I wonder if I will end up doing that someday. I've always thought it would be fun.