Hey all,
So I just got back from work; it's 1:00am my time, and I thought I'd record a little video! As it turns out, I work in a bar! I mostly washed dishes and loaded/unloaded the dishwasher at the bar, but I also set up little plates to be served, along with drinks! Mostly wine - their selection comprises about 40 reds and 20 whites! They even have a Californian wine! They did have a few cocktails, however; all named after Disney characters! Cute or what??? Tinkerbell, Prince Charming, Little Red Riding Hood, along with two others I forgot.
I also met a little boy named Baptiste for the first time; I'll be taking care of him twice a week, picking him up after school and spending some time teaching him English. I say 'teaching', but at the moment it's very spontaneous: I speak to him in English, most of which he understands, and from time to time try to get him to say things back to me.
Yay! It feels great to work again. Earlier today, someone suggested that the reason I'm so happy to work is that it really makes me feel included in French/Bordelais society. She totally put her finger on it; every year since I was sixteen I've worked on the side, compelling me to better manage my time, but also giving me great experiences.
Yesterday was my good friend Paul's birthday. We went to my friend Ippei's haunt, the Oxford Arms (where he was curiously AWOL) and played mahjong for a few hours, sipping on snakebites and sharing laughs. Things are good.
Best,
Ben
3 comments:
Ben,
Both jobs sound really interesting!
What a great alternative to
going to classes - another kind of
'education abroad program'!
You've looked for opportunities for yourself through this extended blockade at the u of b - -
very resourceful!
that you are working while studying abroad is so great. good for you! yes, i've been mia on the blogfront. it's so hard these days to find something worthwhile to write as i am trying to remember why i started the blog. meanwhile, i'll enjoy others' blogs....be back soon.
aww... I'm sorry to hear that, Simone. I hope that whatever happens, we stay in touch.
Unfortunately, just got a call from the bar - won't be working with them as they're looking for someone who can work full-time and, well... I'm a student! haha. This is also good news, however, as it pretty much assures my coming home for summer! Yayayayyyy!!!
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