Don't you just love finding new blogs with tons of information that potentially is life changing? Me too! A few weeks ago I was catching up on Think and Grow Chick, a blog I have been reading for a few years now. Courtney mentioned a new feature she will be doing called "Weekly wishes". The idea is from another site called "The Nectar Collective" which is created by a … [Read more...]
Lice Outbreaks…
One major part of teaching to consider if you want to join this profession is dealing with OUTBREAKS! For example last month there was an outbreak of "gripe" which is the flu. OK…this is expected in the winter and with the children sitting in such close proximity to each other it's hard for them not to sneeze in each others face. Yesterday one teacher told me her son came … [Read more...]
And then time stopped…
I've been really busy lately traveling and trying to start an entrepreneurial endeavor. Oh yeah and moving along with my Peace Corps application. Had my final interview a week and a half ago. Def have been slacking on my blog posts. This weekend however will be a quiet one and I have a ton of posts to write and about 3 YouTube videos to film. I most likely will stop making … [Read more...]
Wanderlust
"...Journey of changing one's mind, heart, self or way of life…" Sums up my life in a nutshell right now. I feel incredibly drained at the moment . Not that things are going bad, but the small town mentality is starting to get to me. I wouldn't say I am bored but feel very UNINSPIRED and UNEXCITED by all around me. To everyone here I am the "Guiri" that "teaches English". … [Read more...]
¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
2014 is here! While I had no qualms with 2013, I am happy it's over :) I learned a ton of lessons both in my personal and professional life and that I am thankful for. But…there is so much more I need to accomplish! And in 6 months I will enter the world of the "30 something" ha ha. I've been on vacation since December 20th! In the BEDA program you get 18 days of winter … [Read more...]
Feliz Navidad!
Merry Christmas or Feliz Navidad everyone! I hope your holiday season is blessed with love and positivity! Enjoy your time with loved ones and help bring some holiday cheers to those in need if you can. Talk soon, Tamara … [Read more...]
Getting a mobile phone in Spain!
When I arrived to Spain a neighbor helped me to purchase a SIM card for my old Blackberry 8100. It just so happens that her brother owned a mobile phone shop! Now since my phone wasn't unlocked her charged 10€ for that process. Then we decided on what company to use for the new sim card ( I only need to buy a SIM card since I already had the phone). I explained to him that I … [Read more...]
Still in Spain!
Hey Guys! This is the longest I've ever been away from my bloggity blog! Really missed it! I am still in Spain…sorry if I wasn't clear about this earlier. Finally have internet in my new apartment and am settling into said new apartment :) I'll have a few update coming. And YES!!! the BEDA application is now open: The website appears to still be down so follow these … [Read more...]
Life changes
I've been absent lately due to moving and changing schools. I now live in a completely new city and am loving every moment. My previous school, even though I enjoyed it, was not following the BEDA model as it is outlined in the contract. As a result, I had to leave. Though I really miss the children, as a person living and working abroad I have to stand up for myself and speak … [Read more...]
The day I ate kitchen!
I've been in Spain now officially for 4 weeks! And over the last few weeks I've probably experienced every emotions known to man! But mostly happiness and surprise …AND some confusion :) For one, my students are great! A complete 360 from my middle school monsters in Korea lol. Since I teach pre-school to fourth of secondary school (think sophomores/juniors of high school) its … [Read more...]