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October 9th 2013

Published: October 21st 2013

October 6th, 2013 We are now well settled, and know our way about somewhat. Days start here very early, as this culture gets up very early. By 5:30AM everyday the park across the street is lined with scooters driven by people who are already walking, stretching and exercising. We have established a routine, up at 5:45, Linda does a mini workout and gets ready for school. Maurice makes breakfast, ... Read Full Entry

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The Grounds are Ready

Tents had to be set up because of the strength of the sun, and luckily, there were fans hanging from the center of each one. Check out the bouquets!

The Whole School

All students and faculty , dignitaries, the mayor, American Consulate officials, the board of directors and others were in attendance.

Mayor of Kaohsiung

This very popular local mayor has done wonders for the city, and is beloved by all. Many say she will be the next president of Taiwan.

The Entertainment

Speeches, drums, bands,and dancing were featured.

The Dancers

We were all entertained by the traditional music and dancing! Two acrobats are under each lion. They leapt from pedestal to pedestal in the 40 degree heat!

Hot Much?

We couldn't even imagine how hot it must have been under those costumes! What a show!

Sod Turning Ceremony

There was a lot of work put into this spectacle. The ceremony was very important for the good fortune of the venture according to Taiwanese culture. The sand was covered in gold glitter!

Linda's Angels

Linda, her Educational Assistant, Pon, and members of class 4L posing along with the principal of lower and middle school, Gerry Dery.

Bouquets of Flowers

Most of the teachers were able to salvage a bouquet for their rooms after the event.

Taiwan Teacher's Day

These flowers were delivered to all the elementary home room teachers, courtesy of the class parents. Linda a received a large gold box full of cakes, cookies and snacks as well!

On the Road South of Kaohsiung

We are headed for Kenting Beach, about an hour and a half south of Kaohsiung. Looks like a poultry farm!

Aqua farming

We think it's shrimp, scallops or clams in those aerated ponds.

Dinner in Kenting

We love these little tiny restaurants, the food is delicious, the breeze was welcome, oh ya, from the fan, it is stinking hot here too!

Pon, Grace and Linda

Grace took a surfing lesson, so we headed to the beach to watch.

Kenting Beach

The Taiwanese are not huge water or beach people, they prefer to cover up in the sun to avoid dark skin.

Pretty

Kenting beach is the most popular in all of Taiwan. There are a lot of people on the beach, but most sit, few are actually in the water.

Local Working Lady

We had to hurry to get this picture of a local worker, notice how covered up she is in the 95 degree heat.

A Beautiful Beach

Linda is one of a handful of people in a swimsuit.

Chilling

Come on down and check out the hermit crabs! I'll take a few to school.

Linda's New Red Kymco Scooter

RED, it's Red, that's what mattered for Linda. It's a 125cc Cue, and fits Linda perfectly! I've waited a long time for a real scooter!

Made it Home!

Check out the matching shoes, and top too! Entrance to our garage.....could be a challenge.

21st October 2013

Mallory and Warren
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Enjoyed your blog and pictures and glad you we okay during the typhoon! We saw it on the news. The beach look amazing!! Weather at home has been okay. September was beautiful, October cool and we have had a few skiffs of snow.

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