around the world

It's pretty fun in Japanese class how the teachers use the students as examples. When we were practicing time (i.e. from 9 am to 5 pm) a representative from all 11 counties shared what time the bank is open. They were almost all different. And everyone was really surprised that most schools in America start at 8, (apparently we're early.)

I was feeling pretty tired before our last section on Friday, and the girl that sits next to me said it's because I "laughed too much today." It's so amusing having so many backgrounds (and the teachers are pretty entertaining.)

My favorite was practicing verbs though. For the flashcard of the guy with a plate of eggs, we all said, I eat eggs for breakfast (In Japanese, of course.) Then for the picture of the bank, we were saying that in the bank we get money...but we've only learned about five verbs, and that doesn't include "to get" or "to withdraw" or any equivalent. "To take" was the only word remotely close that I knew, so I blurted it out (American,) to which the teacher responded, "Kowai!" (scary!) as she jumped back.

Please Keep Praying...

My fractured arm is healing according to the doctor, but I have two more weeks in the splint. Please pray for my patience...this slows me down in even the simplest things in life. I'm regaining strength in my right arm too, but I still can't open a bottle by myself. Thankfully my roommate and friends continue to serve faithfully!

My classmates have also been so kind. Today will be my third day of Japanese class. I love the environment and diversity...3 Russians, 1 Nepalese, 1 Vietnamese, 1 French, 2 Chinese, 3 Taiwanese, 1 Hungarian, 1 Korean, 1 Filipino, 1 Italian and 2 Americans. But please pray for me to hang in there with my arms (and I also have a pretty bad cold.) Thanks!!

LOVE

When life gives you lemons, God makes you lemonade? I wasn't hoping to have a fractured arm during my first few weeks in Japan (or ever), but God has been protecting, healing, and providing for me!