Translation, Despair, Culture and Care…

Jim — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 14:31:49 +0000

Just a few posts I’ve enjoyed lately…

Madagascar From Tulear: It’s been a long time since I had to do so many things by candlelight. I can remember struggling to do my homework during power cuts due to strikes back in the 1970s, trying to read by the light of a paraffin lamp when we lived in Ivory Coast in the 1980′s and 1990s. Right now I’m in southern Madagascar…
Puerto Rico Two different Suicide Attempts Makes for a Stressful Week: ”I am going to kill myself” sobbed Carlos, as he pulled out a pocket knife, opened it and put it on the table between us,”And I am going to use that knife.” He grabbed his head and moaned…
Cambodia community life: There’s been a lot of things about the culture in Cambodia that I’ve had to get used to since I moved here. Whilst it has often been a challenge to my western cultural thinking, it has been great to get to know a little of how Khmer people live and their view of the world…
Thailand Superstitions: Recently I talked with two of my English classes about superstitions. Our book gave some examples of American superstitions (walking under ladders – bad; finding horseshoes – good, etc.) Then I asked…
Ecuador The 7 sweet things that awaited us in Ecuador: While these little bunnies were a cute surprise, the greatest surprise that awaited us was two new girls showing up at church this week. They are from the family that another church member had noticed as a new family in Sacha Runa…
Ukraine Steps to Get Money for a Car: 1. Open a bank account in your name, in the nearest city. 2. Have money transferred from the US to this account. Easy so far, right?…
Kenya Unforgettable: Tonight, I went to the children’s home to share with the children about my leaving. I had shared in church yesterday, but with the service having been more than 3 hours long, I wasn’t sure if they had really heard when my time came to share…

Germany: chasing out evil spirits

Jim — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:22:26 +0000

Welcome to our spotlight on Germany! Do I have some fun posts for you.

First, they’ve left Germany now but are experiencing reverse culture shock – find out why.
Ah, the legendary experience of language learners with young children. You know, the little sponges. Oh, and here’s some more about the joys of learning a language.
This is truly amazing. I mean, this is what they do, but still. WOW.
Just a few thoughts about love. ’Tis the season, after all.
Oh yes, chasing out the evil spirits. You’ll never believe how they do Carnival in Germany.

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Germany: chasing out evil spirits