# 60 Teaching at Taizhou Teachers College-Xiahe- The Children

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One of my favourite activities whenever I arrive anywhere new, is to wander (often aimlessly) through back streets and up trails to get a feel for the "real life" experiences of the locals. It also affords me many opportunities to meet the locals and at least make an attempt at effective communication!

My wanderings in and around Xiahe provided me with innumerable opportunities such as this. In particular, I was trailed by curious groups of children of varying ages (and confidence!) wherever I went. I spent many happy hours conversing with these children, taking photographs and showing them how to use my camera, being led by them into the hills for magnificent views over the town, even introducing them to a game of frisbee in the mosque grounds as their busy parents prepared for the Feast of Mohommed! Such wonderful memories!

So, let me introduce you to the children of Xiahe. Please note many of the following photos were taken by the children, so no apologies for their quality or otherwise! I think they were very fast learners and did a pretty good job!

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Photos

Cheeky new friends
These young Tibetan boys followed me for ages before they were brave enough to "make contact". Then it was full steam ahead!

Sue & cheeky boys
We had a lot of fun with the camera! They thought it was great to learn how to use one!

It's a bit glary!
Everyone had to have a go!

Take that!
Martial arts are very popular in China!

Haruko makes friends on the road
It seemed we were "kid magnets" wherever we went!

Wow, now that's a camera!
The kids soon lost interest in my camera once they set eyes on Ash's pro model!

Terrors in the making
These guys enjoyed being as cheeky as they could- from a distance, that is!

I'm sure I can reach.......
It wasn't long before Dad came out and whisked her out of harm's way. She wasn't very happy about that!

Intense young man
This young man followed us around for ages without saying a word or showing any expression at all. On our last day Ash decided to give him a spare cap she no longer needed, and he was proud as punch! Great to see a smile on his face!

Ash & Friends
Some of the numerous children we met at the local mosque.

and there's more.......
So many kids everywhere!

Haruko & kids
It's Haruko's turn!

Checking out the new toy
This little one was fascinated by a small toy that Ash gave him.

Frisbee
The boys thought the frisbee was fabulous!

Sue & the boys
They all wanted to line up to have a photo taken or to take one themself.

Tough guys
Oooh! Don't they look scary?! Especially the little guy on the far left!

Sue & the tough guys
They insisted I join them!

Girls turn
Shy smiles from some of the girls.

....and again
She finally overcame her shyness!

More girls....
Girls only again!

and more boys......
Who's idea was this?

Comments

[Hans]

Wonderful memories
What a great journey you are experiencing. Continued enjoyment in your unique travels. All is well and quiet here at TTC. Look forward to seeing you soon on campus, Hans

[Sex Toy]

Adorable!
Treadie - those are great shots of the local kids. I always enjoy the real life experience when I travel. Off to Mexico Saturday morning... thanks for your rego :-) On On, ST

[Soggy]

Nice One
Hi Treadie - Very entertaining, trying to work out which of you or the kids were having the most fun!! On On Soggy P.S - Nice Jacket by the way - wish I had one!! LOL

[vicki english]

Wow! great photos sue!
No doubt about you.... you're certainly adding multiple dimensions to your life!! Vicki x