First Morning!

Velkommen!

(Welcome!)

This is just a short video I took after I woke up this morning, Saturday October 20th, 2013.

This is my view. I'm not kidding! This is directly outside the back door which is directly under my bedroom window. I know you're jealous. It's okay! My journey here has been great! I made it in one piece! The only thing I messed up while packing was that I packed one of my husbands running shoes instead of one of my shoes. So, I have two right shoes, one of which is way too big for me I might add!

Today we took a short tour around the village. Stein, our supervisor in Norway, took us to his middle school that is directly behind our cottage. He then took us through the town center and to Rosendal Church. It was so stunning, pictures to come!

This afternoon we met with the superintendent, principals, and cooperating teachers for lunch. There were 8 types of pizza to choose from. Some had corn on them! I was brave and tried a slice. It was delicious! Afterwards we setup rules, cleaning schedules, and a grocery list. We went shopping and had quite a bit of fun. Food is much different here in Norway. There are no GMOs, artificial coloring nor flavoring, as well as little to no preservatives. Even animal quality of life is rated and labeled on things such as eggs. This is very important to Norwegians. I wish this were true for Americans! Also, the use of plastic bags is frowned upon so you are encouraged to bring your own bags or buy these really thick reusable plastic bags at the counter. 

So after this we came home, warmed up some of the leftover pizza and chatted. A lot of us attempted to work on our e-portfolio but it's rather difficult when you have our view!

It's been great getting to know these girls and experiencing the Norwegian culture. I am excited to meet my students Monday. However, I am very nervous. I already have enough problems remembering American names. I have no idea how I will learn three classes of Norwegian names! Wish me luck!

Anyway, I know you don't like reading long blogs so I will end it here! *cough cough Blair cough cough* 

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Oh and on a funny note - I almost fell out of my bed today! Yes, I am still the same old me! 

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