Yesterday, we went to the biggest mall in the United States- Mall of America. My friends bought many things there, but I just got a coat and a pair of boots. Though all of us were exhausted because of walking inside the mall, I found it was interesting to view so many first class brands throughout the world at the same time. After all, I'm a person who loves prosperity.
At night, we went to Guthrie Theater to watch the famous play: A Christmas Carol, which is originally written by Charles Dickens. I always think plays are boring before, however, this play was amazingly excellent! Nomatter the skills of actors or the facts and settings of the stage. It really moved us as a Christmas carol, and made people the way Charles Dickens says: Christmas...a good time: a kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time:the only time I know of, in the long calender of the year, when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow-passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys. By the way, the only pity is: none of us dressed up to watch the play yesterday, while, many people dressed themselves formally there.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008
lazier and lazier
In general, I'm becoming lazier and lazier. For I skipped another class on Friday morning, which made me feel guilty again. And I won't do homework until the last moment, in addition, I'm fond of surfing online instead of studying. Maybe because my last midterm test just finished, but it's obvious that the final tests are coming! So, there's no reason for me to play limitless.
Anyway, we have to make ourselves relax a little. As the Pre-Thanksgiving lunch was held in Marcel's house. She's a really nice person, I appreciated what she did and like the food there. Above all, the atmosphere is different from the campus', as all international students gathered there. What's more, we Chinese students reunioned at the very night for a hot pot dinner! I didn't expect it was so delicious! Compared to the freezing cold weather outside, the warm cozy air inside couldn't be more precious and comfortable. I've already begun to expected another hot pot dinner!
Anyway, we have to make ourselves relax a little. As the Pre-Thanksgiving lunch was held in Marcel's house. She's a really nice person, I appreciated what she did and like the food there. Above all, the atmosphere is different from the campus', as all international students gathered there. What's more, we Chinese students reunioned at the very night for a hot pot dinner! I didn't expect it was so delicious! Compared to the freezing cold weather outside, the warm cozy air inside couldn't be more precious and comfortable. I've already begun to expected another hot pot dinner!
Friday, November 14, 2008
I was smelling like a dish!
Last night I went to one of my buddies' house to cook stir-fry for them. Though I wasn't sure if its flavor would be completely the same with the original one when I cooked at home. They asked if we needed a recipe, well, I thought I could manage it without one, so, I just did it by myself. Though I found out that the dish must be cooked longer, anyway, they were not that bad and I found my cooking skills were improved a little bit, lol. Mm, next time, maybe I should put more suger and salt in the eggs with tomatoes, and shut down the stove until the tomotoes are juicy enough. Well, they seemed like prefering the stir fried vegetables with chicken much more. Maybe I should only cook this one when I cook for Americans next time. Anyway, I thought I managed it. And I was happy that we cooked in a real house which gave me a homelike feeling. On the other hand, I thought they liked my dishes. While, what couldn't be worse was, I smelled like a dish after cooking, as the smoke came out and soaked me from hair to toes during the whole process!!!
By the way, my buddy got a huuuuuggggeee TV in her house, and all the funiture lurked me to rent a house. But it's a shame that I can only stay here for one year. Well, it is an interesting night, and I don't know why I was so happy. Maybe because the Chinese dished I made, or the warm atmosphere I felt, or the conversations between us. They are really nice girls I think!
And today, I'm fond of the Swedish band-Chasing Dorotea, again! Their " A Long Time Ago" and "The Anchor Song" sound like the spring sunshine in the afternoon, bright but not too colorful. Especially when you have nothing to do and wanna take a rest, just listen to it and relax! It takes you back to the old times and remind you of your deepest and desolate memory.Here's the link http://www.last.fm/music/Chasing+Dorotea?setlang=en
By the way, my buddy got a huuuuuggggeee TV in her house, and all the funiture lurked me to rent a house. But it's a shame that I can only stay here for one year. Well, it is an interesting night, and I don't know why I was so happy. Maybe because the Chinese dished I made, or the warm atmosphere I felt, or the conversations between us. They are really nice girls I think!
And today, I'm fond of the Swedish band-Chasing Dorotea, again! Their " A Long Time Ago" and "The Anchor Song" sound like the spring sunshine in the afternoon, bright but not too colorful. Especially when you have nothing to do and wanna take a rest, just listen to it and relax! It takes you back to the old times and remind you of your deepest and desolate memory.Here's the link http://www.last.fm/music/Chasing+Dorotea?setlang=en
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Quels
Last night, some friends and I went to my friend Xiuting's host family to celebrate her 2oth birthday, which turned out to be a very interesting party.
Her host familly decorated their house elaborately with purple table cloth, colorful ballons. And we were served with delicious dinner and dessert. And they are very nice people, Matt, who is humourous and considerate, and Kendra is generous and outgoing. We all felt very warm and casual. Their kids are so lovely and agile, especially the little girl, Carol. Everybody loves her, she is so cute and like a little angel!
The most interesting part was that we played a game which is called "Quels". I think it is a quiet bizarre game. We played in group of 2 or individually, and chose a character for ourselves. Then, we threw the dice, and let the character went several steps on a colorful board in accordance with the number on the dice. After the character stopped, we got a card that went with the same color the character stamped. We should follow the instructions the card indicated. It's the bizarre part. Some card said you should put your hand on floor until next turn, otherwise you would get penalty- going backward. And somebody had to mime like he was in a box and biting by strange creatures. I think the funniest one was to imitate the flush sound of toilet, and Matt did it perfectly!
There were a variety of odd instructions fulling of suspenses and made us nervous, as you didn't know if it was you that would make a gaffe when you drop the dice next time. Well, I strongly recommend this game. Though it's designed for kids to some extend, I think it suits us as well, especially when you are bored.
Her host familly decorated their house elaborately with purple table cloth, colorful ballons. And we were served with delicious dinner and dessert. And they are very nice people, Matt, who is humourous and considerate, and Kendra is generous and outgoing. We all felt very warm and casual. Their kids are so lovely and agile, especially the little girl, Carol. Everybody loves her, she is so cute and like a little angel!
The most interesting part was that we played a game which is called "Quels". I think it is a quiet bizarre game. We played in group of 2 or individually, and chose a character for ourselves. Then, we threw the dice, and let the character went several steps on a colorful board in accordance with the number on the dice. After the character stopped, we got a card that went with the same color the character stamped. We should follow the instructions the card indicated. It's the bizarre part. Some card said you should put your hand on floor until next turn, otherwise you would get penalty- going backward. And somebody had to mime like he was in a box and biting by strange creatures. I think the funniest one was to imitate the flush sound of toilet, and Matt did it perfectly!
There were a variety of odd instructions fulling of suspenses and made us nervous, as you didn't know if it was you that would make a gaffe when you drop the dice next time. Well, I strongly recommend this game. Though it's designed for kids to some extend, I think it suits us as well, especially when you are bored.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Skipping classes & Halloween
I'm thinking if I have undergone a relatively depressing period recently. While, I'm fine now, but I'm still regretting that I skipped classes on Monday, as I didn't finish the assignments of those two courses. Then, I just don't want to go. On the other hand, it's midterm, we are busier and busier, so the opposite of being too busy is just relax. After skipping, I feel huge guilty when I look back at it.
Yesterday, I got the midterm scores, which are not good. After thinking about it and talking to my friends, I decided to figure out an approach to transform my old way of study, which turns out to be unefficient.
Though there are some sorrows coming from study, we had fun at Halloween. It was my first Halloween, and it was really a refreshment too. At five o'clock, I was prepared to distribute candies to the childern who came to dorms for "treat or trick". I like American kids, as they looked like little angels and that night turned out to be fun, as they were all dressed up and looked more lovely than usual. When they were saying: " treat or trick" in a soft and sweet voice, I was going to melt! When we sent out all the candies, my friends and I went to a house of a friend and saw many people wearing a variety of costumes: Mother Earth, Philps, Man in the Box, Snow white, etc. I even help the host crave the pumpkin. We went back late but somber, as it was a non-alcohol party. Well, which part I love most about this party? It's I can put on some make-up, as I'm too lazy to put on some make-up on a daily basis, so, at special festival or occasion, I can satisfy myself by putting those powders and creams on my face.
Yesterday, I got the midterm scores, which are not good. After thinking about it and talking to my friends, I decided to figure out an approach to transform my old way of study, which turns out to be unefficient.
Though there are some sorrows coming from study, we had fun at Halloween. It was my first Halloween, and it was really a refreshment too. At five o'clock, I was prepared to distribute candies to the childern who came to dorms for "treat or trick". I like American kids, as they looked like little angels and that night turned out to be fun, as they were all dressed up and looked more lovely than usual. When they were saying: " treat or trick" in a soft and sweet voice, I was going to melt! When we sent out all the candies, my friends and I went to a house of a friend and saw many people wearing a variety of costumes: Mother Earth, Philps, Man in the Box, Snow white, etc. I even help the host crave the pumpkin. We went back late but somber, as it was a non-alcohol party. Well, which part I love most about this party? It's I can put on some make-up, as I'm too lazy to put on some make-up on a daily basis, so, at special festival or occasion, I can satisfy myself by putting those powders and creams on my face.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Homecoming Weekend
Another busy week has gone through. But there were also many interesting things happened, such as the activities related to homecoming. we watched the American football on weekend, and it's the first time I watch it. And Mrs. Johnson's husband sat right beside me, after the specific explanation, I understood it. Unsimilar to soccer, American football is much more violent and dangerous. I think the genes of attaction of human being are totally intrigued out in this game.
At the end of it, we won with 30 plus to 0, which gave me a sharp impression in this very first time of watching football. As for the outcome of the competition of homecoming King and Queen, the guy I like-Ben John finally got the glory as homecoming King. There are still many activities in the coming week, which makes the life in America exciting and hustling.
At the end of it, we won with 30 plus to 0, which gave me a sharp impression in this very first time of watching football. As for the outcome of the competition of homecoming King and Queen, the guy I like-Ben John finally got the glory as homecoming King. There are still many activities in the coming week, which makes the life in America exciting and hustling.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Stream of Consciousness
I'm strugging with homework every weekend since the school has begun. Maybe I should enhance my efficiency and get used to it. I don't know other's situation, maybe you can finish it easily. But in general, the first month has gone smoothly, despite my ankle which was twisted last Friday, while it gets well quite soon, now I can walk very fast. During that period of time, I was moved by every one who took care of me or asked me about it. Maybe people tend to be fragile during hardship. Though I'm fine now I can still know that there are many things forward that we have to overcome. Language, classes, relationship etc.
As time goes by, I find my love to the scenery of Eau Claire growing. As I got the wrong bus on Friday, I had to get off at a random station, and walk around in the middle of nowhere, but at that very moment, I realized it was the time for me to hang around in the street, watch the sunshine thrown to the shopwindow, the exotic neiborhood and every one of a kind store. People's smiles implied that it was a cozy afternoon, so I changed my mind: things should be beatiful and so did the life.
As time goes by, I find my love to the scenery of Eau Claire growing. As I got the wrong bus on Friday, I had to get off at a random station, and walk around in the middle of nowhere, but at that very moment, I realized it was the time for me to hang around in the street, watch the sunshine thrown to the shopwindow, the exotic neiborhood and every one of a kind store. People's smiles implied that it was a cozy afternoon, so I changed my mind: things should be beatiful and so did the life.
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