Just a Tuesday.

Tuesday December 3rd
Today, I actually had all of my classes! Yes, it is more work, but I feel like I am actually accomplishing more.
Today in France, it was art day. Normally a pretty simple day. But Sally's art looked better than Sharon's which made Sharon cry. Art was using scissors to cut out shapes and glue them. Christine has told me that France class is worse with scissors than Korea class. France being 7 years and Korea being 5. As such, every time we have to use scissors, I am nervous because I know there is a high probability of tears. The thing is, the kids are on a 7 year old curriculum and not a 5 year old one. So, the basic motor skills, like cutting are not something we focus on. I bet it is assumed that they should have a grasp of how to cut things by now. They probably should.
Australia class was good and we got through all I needed to today. We are well on our way of being caught up. Also, I have lunch with Australia this month. I like that. I would still rather not have lunch with a class, but Australia class is much better behaved. There are more picky eaters in Australia, but far less drama. Today, most of the kids in Australia class told me that their moms really liked me. I knew the kids did, but them telling me that their moms liked me made me feel good. I guess I made a good impression in open class. This was the first time a lot of the moms have seen me (since I did not have open class with them last semester), so I guess I made a good impression.
Denmark was good today. I think part of it is because I do not have lunch with them any more. Starting out a class under the stress of lunch is tough. It sets a tone for the rest of class. But now that I do not have lunch them, it is easier to go into the class fresh. We got some work done... but not as much as I would have liked... but it is the Denmark slow factor (which I know is partially because it is right after lunch and near the end of the day).
My afternoon Denmark class went okay. We started a new debate topic for them. Looks vs. Intelligence. There may be some potential for a good debate. All of the kids today were uber tired. Some days they have energy... other days, like today, nothing. I was talking to Rob about one of the girls in the class. Jenna. I have not taught her very long. He has. He said she used to be really bright and did the homework and participated in class. Now days... she does not do much. She is always tired and worn out looking in class. I know that in Elementary school, it has been testing season. She has digressed a little since I have had her, but I guess Rob has seen the complete slope.
No Korean Hagwon this month for myself, Rob, or Scott. We talked about starting a small study group (or a time when we all get together and work on it). I am happy that I will have some breathing time. I think also if I build a better foundation before I start paying for it again, it will help me immensely.
I got home from work today and took a nap. A well needed nap. I guess every nap is well need. But since I am dieting, I am eating smaller portions of food. This of course is changing how much energy I have. Everyone says the first 2 weeks when you body is adjusting to it is the hardest. I definitely understand.
I did my light workout routine in my apartment, typed this, and now will watch something over the internet and will try to hit the hay early.