As I am leaving Kosrae in less than 3 hours, this will be my last blog in the blogosphere. (Tear).
Below, the full WorldTeach group:
I want to thank everyone for giving their input and support over the past year; it's been great to hear from most of you via email. Next picture: My pet lobster.
Yesterday was my last day of class and was one of my most memorable teaching days. My freshmen students drew pictures for me to take home. Below I am pictured as a mathematically enthused Howard Stern.
My Senior students came in during their free time and sang a song they had created to say goodbye.
Overall, this has been an amazing experience. Amazing because of the incredibly good and the occasionally bad. I apologize for not writing more about the Kosraean people/culture as some of you had hoped. I have many stories that would better explain my experience, but it would be extremely difficult to explain in writing the true Kosraean culture without being vulnerable to misinterpretation. Every volunteer has had a different experience on the island, and so ultimately, I would rather not leave my personal view as a permanent, public assessment of the people. Generally speaking though, the Kosraean people have shown incredible hospitality and gratitude towards us as volunteers. I can't thank them enough for allowing me this experience. Without a doubt, I will miss my students.
I don't have any definite plans about the future, but I am excited for the possibilities.
Here are some final pictures from the past few days. Enjoy!! See you soon!
Ty
Keslyn and Sayoleen:
Jorim and Arthur:
Floatie:
