Friday, September 23, 2005
Weather's Changing
It's finally cooling off in Tokyo. I'm going to try to make the most of the nice weather before it gets cold. I've posted some more photos from one of the elementary schools in working in. I'm starting to get closer with the other teachers and the students. Each day provides a challenge and lots of fun too. The kids serve lunch and clean up the school afterwards. Very different from my elementary experience. I don't know how it would fly in the States, but I think it works great to give the kids a sense of responsibility. One thing that really hits me deep is how much they help each other. They are truly kind to each other, for the most part.
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it's so great being around young people, eh? so much energy, life and good stuff.
Being helpful and kind...all the time?...let's see...hm...a real phenomenon here in the US! This is a "me first" country don't forget that :). You can feel warmth and kindness from true friends that care (I am lucky to have wonderful friends, thank you all for your endless support),BUT when you are alone out there in the big, big world, it's another story. Well, I don't have much base for comparison, but it seems that everywehre else but here being kind and helpful could be considered a lifestyle...no?...
Hi Sammie.
I'm glad you're doing so well in Japan. Those pictures of Japanese kids serving kyushoku and playing around brought me back to my youth. I did the exact same thing growing up in Japan.
I think the Japanese education is terrific. You really do learn how to help eachother out and learn responsibilities. Hope you are enjoying yourself.
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