Monthly Archives: May 2012

Flight Simulator

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

As children, my brothers and I used to play computer simulation games, like car-racing games (escape the cops!) and a flight simulator. These simulation games allow children to  practice the skills needed for operating a vehicle or plane without any … Continue reading →

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Nursing Home

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

Yesterday Marit and I took the beginning and intermediate orchestras over to the nursing home. A few students played solos in addition to the orchestra pieces. I handed my camera off to one of the responsible students, so here are … Continue reading →

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Small group sleepover

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

Last Thursday was a German holiday: Christi Himmelfahrt, or Christ’s ascension. Since we had no school that day, we decided Wednesday night would be the perfect night to do a sleepover. After a birthday celebration, chocolaty snacks, and a discussion … Continue reading →

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Grilling

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

As the weather started getting warmer, Emily started craving a grill – not just grilled food, but everything that a grill entails: sitting outside, flipping the meat and vegetables, playing with fire, etc. Plus, everything just tastes better cooked on … Continue reading →

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Europa Park 2012

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Jill

Randy Stuckey and I took the Intermediate Band and Orchestra students to Europa Park, a theme park with some fun roller coasters and other rides. I chaperoned a group of 4 elementary and middle school girls, so we had a … Continue reading →

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Science Experiment

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Jill

Last Friday I was packing up to head home, when I heard some cackling from outside my window. Yes, it was Mike ‘Greenie’ Greenhoe doing a crazy experiment in front of Ken’s Court.

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Thursday’s Goodbyes

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Jill

When people leave BFA, they often say it is harder to transition back to the US than to life in Germany. It might be that the reverse culture shock is more surprising and unexpected in your ‘familiar’ context, or it … Continue reading →

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Senior stuff

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Jill

Trying on Caps & Gowns A couple weeks ago, the seniors tried on their caps and gowns to ensure proper fit. Of course, proper fit with a graduation gown is a somewhat “loose” term. Jill Young and I were checking … Continue reading →

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Musick Notes #26

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Jill

Hi family and friends, Spring is in full bloom in Germany. The cherry and apple trees bless us with their fragrant blossoms, lilacs lightly scent the air down the street from my house, and the world has turned from brown … Continue reading →

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Song-writing

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Jill

I gave my Guitar Class a song-writing project recently. Here are a few of their (and my) original songs!

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