When teaching English, the importance of speaking games cannot be stressed enough. The more students are tricked into speaking, A) the less work I have to do and B) the more comfortable they become with their new language. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: December 2012
We wish you a Merry Christmas!
Coincidentally, this is my least favourite Christmas song of all time. Blech! But it was more appropriate than “Fall on your knees / O hear the angel voices” so I took some creative license. Continue reading
It’s the end of the world as we know it / And I feel fine
Considering today was the end of the world according to some interpretations of the Mayan calendar, I managed to pack a great deal of Christmasing into the last couple of days. Just in case, you know? Continue reading
Can I take you for a ride / On my motorbike
Motorbiking, clubbing, breakfast, and cleaning – not all at the same time… I’m good. But not that good. Continue reading
Each little bitty star makes up one big constellation of people / Getting connected
Well it’s been busy since last week! First things first though! My good friend from university, Bush Baby (don’t ask), got into Columbia Law School!!! I’m sooo excited for her and wish we could celebrate in person, Calgary Stampede style, but I know she can feel the love and support from across the Pacific! Way to go, Baby! xo Continue reading