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February 2007
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Of Goldwings and Midnight Meanderings
My fiance is obsessed with big motorcycles. His first major purchase here in Taiwan was a Kymco Zing by Honda. He spends hours on it. Actually, we spend hours on it. I won’t deny that having the bike has made our lives in Taiwan much easier. Being on a bike allows us the mobility and opportunity to [...]
Baby Blogger Goals
I’m a newbie to the blogging world. So, of course, I’m trying to figure out how to be a better blogger. I figured the best way to go about doing this was to set manageable goals for myself each month. When I started this blog on the 7th of January, I knew nothing about blogging. [...]
Romancing NOVA and Gadget Geekery
When I want to do a little wishful thinking in Taiwan and catch up on the latest electronics and accessories, I usually head to NOVA. NOVA is one of those places that always has you thinking of the future. Perhaps because electronic goods here go in and out of style so quickly, you can go [...]
ESL Game: Racing Messengers
This is a great activity for teaching idioms or learning dialogues. I use this racing game with my intermediate and advanced level students and it never fails to generate a lot of excitement in the classroom. I’ve also used it for basic questions and answers with my advanced beginners. Example: What’s your name? My name is…. Note: This game [...]
Fuel Cell Technology in a Nation of Scooters
Taiwan is truly THE scooter nation of the world. It has more scooters per capital than anywhere else in the world and is the most popular mode of transportation in Taiwan by far. The roar of scooters has become a song for the road. It’s inescapable, as is the amount of air pollution they cause. With an [...]
ESL Games: Survivor
SURVIVOR This is a fantastic game that students of all ages can enjoy. I use it primarily for reviewing new vocabulary, verb tenses, and grammar points. For vocabulary lessons: I introduce 6 – 10 new words to my beginner and intermediate classes. I usually give my advanced level classes 12 – 15 new words. After [...]
Red and Gold New Year in Taiwan
Chinese New Year decorations are everywhere these days and everyone seems to be hurrying home with paper decorations. Red and gold are the primary colors for Chinese New Year with the lucky color red symbolising happiness and vitality. Gold symbolises wealth and good fortune. These decorations are hung on doors and in windows to usher [...]
Show and Tell English Lessons Work Magic
Monday mornings are always a bit of a jolt back to reality. Luckily, my first class of the week is always pleasant. I’ve been teaching mini-classes for awhile now and I find myself looking forward to meeting up with Crystal and Albert every Monday morning. Albert and Crystal are both music students and have been dating for [...]
Travel Thailand – James Bond Island in Phang-Nga Bay
James Bond Island, Phang-Nga Bay, there’s no shortage of things to do in Phuket, Thailand.
Travel Thailand – Phuket and Patong Beach
Long-tail boats transport tourists through crystal clear waterways and offer the perfect venue for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Thailand is one of those places that calls you back, year after year, which is exactly what I’ve done year after year. I just can’t get enough of this bewitching and beguiling country. My first journey to [...]
