Wilson's Wanderings

We have completed our first day of training. There is much to learn. I love it. We learned some about Chinese history, began Chinese language training and were briefed on travel. This is so exciting.

We learned that our documents for our visas are in Washington D.C. at the Chinese Consulate. We should be able to set our travel arrangements by Friday or Monday. Much as we will miss family, we cannot wait to get there.

We are at the David M. Kennedy Center. There are 72 individuals from throughout the United States representing Brigham Young University going to several different universities and cities. I have been impressed with the quality of instruction we are receiving and the quality of our colleagues that will be travelling. This is a diverse group. I think Suzette and I will gain much as we work with our colleagues to develop the English skills of our students.

The travel presentation was phenomenal. I need someone to will the lottery and provide Suzette and I a gift. We could spend a lot of money on travelling. We have some time available. One of the tours available to us takes us on the Silk Road. We would be able to ride camels, donkey carts, sleeper trains, and see the Terra Cotta Warriors

We are also learning how to teach English. We need to know the students and this should drive instruction.

More to come