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[Edit: So, I figured it out. I delved into the depths of the bowels of the tracker device and it told me that this person from Jakarta arrived here via the Woodstock website. See, they put a call out for blogs so I gave the go ahead to use mine. And as I searched I also found others that had come across the blog from WS. Must be looking at international teaching positions.
If you're a science teacher, come, love Woodstock. It's a great place and the people are wonderful. Besides, I really don't want to end up prepping the grade eleven chemistry next semester when Sue leaves for Australia.]
Anywho, compose yourself.
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So, I've meant to give a good update with activity week and all but things have come up and it's been neglected. I have about 75 pics from that week I want to put up but I've yet to find the time. See, I've been sick. I'll spare you the messy details (believe me when I say messy) but let's just say it's good to be back on 'solid' ground.
Just a quick update sans pictures:
There is only three weeks left of school before exams start. The pressure is really on. I'm only a whole chapter behind where I'm supposed to be. It's ok though, the entire department is. To top things off I have a huge stack of papers in need of grading. Not only that, but I also have to have my final exams written by Monday so that they can be reviewed, copied, stapled, placed in folders, and given to the principal by next Friday. Don't expect a real update anytime soon.
Last week we had a visitor, Dr. Bunhead. He's a great guy. It's too bad that he was only here for a day. He gave a show to each of the schools. The old head of department said it was the first time she had seen liquid nitrogen here at WS. There was lots of wee and booger (or bogey as he calls them) jokes. Let's not forget to mention the launching of a hamster from a cannon, blowing up a hot water bottle, making freedom fries with a tennis racket, and igniting his head on fire. All in all, a stellar show.
This past Saturday was JSB (Junior Senior Banquet). Basically, it's the equivalent of a prom or matric dance. The theme was the Oscars and the tenth graders I advise did a bang up job of decorating and serving throughout the night. I showed up in my suit and bowtie claiming to be the maitre d'. I only wish I had brought my tux shirt with me. Que sera sera...
Ok, so I lied. One picture:
My indie rock album cover.(And don't freak out, the cigarette's only a prop. It's not even lit. Besides, I have a pipe.)
11 comments:
Oh, James. You need to come to HK and eat a burger. Or seven.
Kidding, of course. You look great! And as always, I'm happy to hear about your poop, and rejoice with you in its return to solidity.
As solid as it's been since coming to India anyway.
And thanks for noticing. I had lost some weight. About 10kg... I little concerning especially since I really need to take all my pants to the tailors now to get them refitted.
And don't worry, I'm eating like a hoss. A really hungry hoss.
JAMES!!!
Be proud. I didn't nag at all.
Out loud.
To you.
Thanks for the update, and the uber-cool picture! Glad to hear you're ... solid.
When I saw the pic on FB I thought I was looking at a pic of you circa 1997 because you were so thin. At least you're feeling better now and can start putting the pounds back on.
I can hear you singing "All I want for Christmas is a big juicy burger!" I'm sure Camber will take good care of you over Christmas break!
Barrett came home from work today and I told him you were anorexic. He said he'll cook for you when you come home and fatten you up. He also says that the best diet is to go to a third world country. We're having Mexican food tonight. I'll eat a taco and think of you.
According to my calculations you should be seeing at least four hits now from the archipelago of Indonesia! Impressive Sherlock style- yes, you guess it! I'm checking out Woodstock (recently made application) and would love to get more details from you (if you have time) about what seems to be a rather special place...
oh, ya. i can be reached at alison.pluim@gmail.com- thanks, james!
Pipe? Did you say... Pipe?
And you have lost a lot. Did you go to the clinic like you promised?
Well, 10kg does equal about 20lbs.
It happens when you move somewhere and get a completely new diet and a ton more exercise. Don't worry though, I'm getting three squares a day and am not wanting more food. I'm eating the same amount as I would at home, it's just not stuff like fried cabbage(usually).
And yeah, pipe. But only every so often (haven't for about a month now). My tobacco has probably gone stale already and there's tons left. If Cindy showed you the list I sent her for Christmas you should have seen that on there. I'm pretty sure I put pipes on there. If not, I meant to.
A) I'm sending you a sandwich. Please eat it.
B) That photo isn't indie rock, it's Rat Pack.
C) Better a pipe than a bong Dad.
Still to answer... did you go to the clinic?
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