An international family living and learning together overseas.
One of Mr T’s students took our camera out last week and I thought it would be nice to share what she captured, minus the up close shots of insects. It was a beautiful day and she managed to get some quality pictures of what we see everyday. Enjoy!
-Mrs T
Today along with a large group of teachers and their families we ventured out for our first real touristy experience. We drove about 2 1/2 hours North East to reach a part of the Great Wall. It was very exciting to experience this amazing wonder of the world. Despite a bit of pollution and a gruelling climb we truly enjoyed the day out of the city.
-Mr. and Mrs. T
Today we enjoyed a lovely day off of school in honour of the traditional Chinese festival – Mid-Autumn Festival, also called Moon cake day. Our schools Mandarin teacher was kind enough to share a bit about it:
The meanings of the festival are
Gathering, such as family and friends coming together, or harvesting crops.
Thanksgiving, to give thanks for the harvest, or for harmonious unions.
Praying (asking for conceptual or material satisfaction), such as for babies, a spouse, beauty, longevity, or for a good future.
People always eat Moon cakes in which people repose nice wishes on this day.
The following is a link about this festival if you wish to know more.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/essential/holidays/mid-autumn.htm
We celebrated by going to Starbucks and enjoying a Chinese massage to help soothe away our KTV induced hangovers. One day of work and bring on the weekend!
-Mrs. T
Turners Abroad 