I am running in Cape Town's Two Oceans Half Marathon. I am so excited, yet nervous at the same time. I'm not really sure why I'm nervous, but I better get over that really fast! So if you ever wanted to come to South Africa, now you have an awesome reason to come... to travel around South Africa AND to see me run in a race! No really though... my last day of school is March 19. I have a lot of free time from then until March 27, besides the race on the 22nd. I've tried to convince my Mom to come during the time (I know you're reading this Mom!)
Everything has been fine. I've been enjoying my time at Rustenburg and have been helping out in the classes I am observing in. It's been such a pleasant experience. The girls I've been around have been very nice and respectful towards me. They love learning and are fun to have in my class. My favorite class teaching is my Grade 8s. They are so full of energy and love to talk! Some of the girls will comment about how they like my accent, my outfits, and even the way i smell (woo hoo Bath and Body Works Exotic Coconut! -ha!). Too cute.
Tomorrow is Gala Day. I'll explain more in detail later, but it's going to be really fun. The girls swim and compete against each other all day and it's just loads of fun and excitement in the school. I'll be sure to take lots of pictures and videos. They've been practicing songs for the spirit award... for example, the group of girls that I have are singing a theme song to Sean Kingston's "Me Love" and there is a remix within their song that actually breaks out into "Soldier Boy." Yooouuuuuuuu. It's really funny to watch these girls. I hope to get a video of that so you can see what I'm talking about.
This weekend I am hiking up Table Mountain (on Sunday). No set plans for Saturday yet so we'll see what crosses my path!
Love always!
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Congratulations on your decision to do the half marathon. What a great run you will experience. Enjoy your walk up Table Mountain but also enjoy the wonderful view from the top!
Bob
Emily - we are so proud of you! Will it never end with all of your new adventures???? Congratulations - we think it is absolutely fantastic about you running in the 1/2 marathon. So glad all is going well at school. Enjoy your stay and get in all of the sightseeing etc as Doug and I can hardly wait to hear all about it when you get home! Take care - we love ya -
Doug and Patty
Emily, that's awesome that you are running in the 1/2 marathon! Best of luck and I am enjoying your blogs and pictures!
Glad you called this weekend! We're all back safe and sound from our trip.....I am PROUD of you for donating blood, your Dad would be prouder.
Love,
Mom
i love that exotic coconut! I'm wearing it right now. Sounds like you're have an awesome experience. i can't wait to hear allll about it :)
p.s. can you give me a shout out in the blog?
- denise
"there is a remix within their song that actually breaks out into "Soldier Boy." Yooouuuuuuuu." Let me just tell you... I started BUSTING out laughing when I read this (a few weeks late :() haha but ya it reminded me of when you me and Milea were dancing in your apt. HAHAHHA so funny. MISS YOU!!!
Marissa
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