End of August/September

Holy crap. I honestly cannot believe that it is already October. The last month has been so hectic, which is perfect for this upcoming break! 

The beginning of September saw me saying goodbye to two great girls that I met since I started my time here. 5 of us met up in Bangkok and it was the perfect send-off for Casey and Hillary. I'm so happy I was able to meet you ladies! This isn't goodbye by a long shot. #noragrets

Ashley, Lauren, Casey, Hillary, and Coco running BKK 

My students began reviewing for their various finals. In lieu of a paper test for their Conversation class final, I decided to have them perform a Readers Theater presentation. The students got SO into it! I was so proud of them! 

mid-performance

a captive audience

This month also had me (and seven other foreign teachers) rehearsing a traditional Thai dance. At first, none of us knew what to expect. We performed this dance on the 29th at a retirement party for four Thai teachers. We had a blast, and the crowd loved it! It was an awesome experience that I don't think any of us are going to forget. 

The Blue Crew 

I was also lucky enough to participate in another OEG English Camp for Thai high school students that want to practice their English skills so that they can study abroad. My team brought home yet another team victory! They also kept in touch with me after the camp, and many of them were selected to study abroad! 

when in Rome...win the competition!

There was another EP competition this month for which my spelling bee student would represent our school. It was actually held at our school, which was great because we didn't have to get to school at 6am and travel to another school. I also had to judge the Multi-Skills portion of the competition. We were almost done when I see my student pop his head in the door to share the news with me that HE WON! It was his first time winning the entire competition and he was so excited that he couldn't wait to share his news with me! He has been studying every morning and every afternoon with me. He works so hard- he deserved every bit of it!

with Brija on the night of the retirement party 

On a sad note, Brija, one of the roommates, is traveling for a bit before heading back to America. Thailand won't be the same without ya! 

Of course, I still did some light traveling.  :) 







I am moving in two days to a new apartment along with one roommate, Sarah. We are letting the new OEG teachers move into this house so they can be together. October should be a blast, especially in a few weeks when school is out and I have a visitor!!!