Great experiences visiting different places around Chile. Valparaiso with host families, skiing in the Andes with colleagues, visiting a child centered Kidzania environment, and teaching English in a wonderful class of fourth graders. The children are valued but also expected to take responsibility for their learning and their choices.
Week one- Morgan Denyes
Sunday: If there is one thing that you need to know about Chileans, it is that they show their affection through food. In other words, no matter how stuffed you are, they will fill your plate back up. For example, in the past hour I have been asked if I was hungry by everyone in the house and every time my answer has been no. At first I felt like I was offending them, but the oldest son told me that they just want to make sure that I do not starve. I responded with "trust me, I will ask for food when I am hungry, its just that I don't eat a lot". Today we went to a Chinese restaurant and it was AMAZING! I know what you may be thinking ... "A Chinese restaurant, really?" Yes, really! The Chinese restaurant that we went to is nothing like the ones in America. While I unsuccessfully attempted to read the menu, my host sister asked what I usually get at a Chinese restaurant. Later when the food came I said to her " wait i didn't place my order!...
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