We went with some students to walk along the beach a few Saturdays ago. It was a little windy, but so much fun. Despite three students falling and getting hurt (only minor scratches), and Gary falling in the water twice and cutting his hand.
The students love to go and speak English with us. They are still so nervous in class to do it, so it becomes easier with these smaller groups.
Looking for little crabs and snails. Many Chinese people spend the morning at the beach finding crabs and snails for dinner.
My students!
We decided to draw in the sand. Can you figure out what they are?
Notice the cupid!
We were doing what all kids do at the beach; play in the sand, and see how close we can get to the water without the waves getting our shoes wet. I love the beach as does Gary. We love to just wander around looking in the tide pools and listening to the sound of the waves. What a relaxing morning.
There is an art museum near the beach. These are just a few of the exhibits.
We made a new friend. One of my students, Fan Chenglei or Herry, found this for me and wanted me to take it home. He thought it was just a pretty shell. Then we realized that the crab was still living in it. We didn't realize it until we were away from the beach. I took it home and put it in water. Unfortunately it did not live long because I forgot to put salt in the water. Oh well, down the drain back to the sea.
It was a fun day. Later that night we went to our Branch and had a Thanksgiving dinner. It was fun. We had chicken (hard to find turkey here), mashed potatoes and gravy, rolls, candied yams, pumpkin soup and pumpkin pie. It was a wonderful way to end the day!
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