March 13, 2008

Yuki (Jim and Linda's Japanese student) posed for a photo with the kids. This kimono is made of cotton, but still felt very sily soft and smooth.

We have been extra busy the for last few days (As usual!). Yesterday Ron brought the kids up to TRU for the afternoon. TRU World hosted the "International Showcase". There were displays, food, a fashion show, and performances by students, professors, and alumni representing over 60 countries throughout the world. My genetics professor played keyboard and sang in a Cuban/Canadian band. The girls both thought the Barbie Dolls from India were really cool. The girls were also really impressed by the Belly Dancer, the Baliwood dancers and the Indian Dancers. Adam and Dax liked the Vietnamese, Indian and Ukrainian food. They also enjoyed the Taiwanese break dancers and the Colombian Hip-Hop dancers. Ron and I were really impressed with the traditional Chinese dancer. Ron also really liked Sage Hills Band's (First Nations) dance, I was in class, so had to miss that one. I thought the caliber of all of the acts was exceptional, but I am always moved by the Japanese drums. Ron and the kids got there about 12:30 and we stayed until 7:30 last night. You can see more pictures in the photo album on the home page.

Time to make lunch, gather my junk together, and get ready for class now. I have 2 quizzes and a physics assignment due tomorrow that I should probably spend some time preparing for also.