Bittersweet

The emotional rollorcoaster that we have been on for the last few weeks is just about over. We still can't decide whether we are excited or sad to be leaving Hong Kong. We have met some great people here. We care about them and will miss them so much. We love you Island I Branch, and everyone at Meadow English. We did have to go to Korean Barbecue one more time with the Meadow English crew. The food was great, but we really went to watch the Mr. Hong Kong contest (or pageant? if that's what you call it.) A guy I served my mission with was in the competition, and actually ended up winning. Yeah, we personally know Hong Kong celebrities. I admire him though, his motto or slogan was "No success can compensate for failure in the home."

We had to post a picture of some of the little rugrats at Meadow English. First of all I never thought I would be teaching children English right after graduating from university, but I have learned so much. Probably the most is patience. For all the moms out there yelling at their kids saying, "Are you listening to me?!" for me it was a different experience everyday yelling, "Do you even understand the words that are coming out my mouth Lee?!" They are great kids. The middle student in this picture ranks among my top favorite. His name is Ronnie. His is three years old and can read English books and knows how to spell way more words than a three year old should. We always had a great time each week. This experience for Cassie and I has changed our lives. We have drawn closer together and closer to the Lord. We have realized that anything is possible. We have dreams and if we truly believe in something we can get it. We will never forget this wonderful year in Hong Kong!