Monday, November 26, 2007

Journal Entry #34 The Importance of Kindergarten

The Importance of Kindergarten


Education is the foundation of a country. Some people focus on elementary, high school, and university education, but they ignore early childhood education. A kindergarten exists for early childhood education. In fact, there are three reasons to say that kindergarten is also important to all social systems. These reasons are benefits for country, benefits for parents and benefits for children.

Tuesday, November 6, 2007

Journal Entry #33 What are you going to do over the 3 day weekend?

What are you going to do over the 3 day weekend?


The Three Days Weekend


I don’t have any special plan over 3 day weekend. It is just like usual. On the Saturday, my boyfriend and I went to see a movie. This movie theater plays the old movies rather than the latest movies. Therefore, it is cheap. Everyone just have to pay 1.5 dollars. We saw a movie called “Ratatouille” It is a comedy of cartoon. It is full of funny plots. In the afternoon, we washed my boyfriend’s car. Then on the Sunday, we went to a Chinese supermarket to buy some food and some groceries. When we came back home, I was busy preparing lunch and dinner. In the evening, I studied Toefl test. Then on the Monday, I will do my homework and continue studying. In the evening, my boyfriend and I will go to a musicale. It is his friend’s piano concert. Though it looks a little boring, it doesn’t cost a lot of money.


Journal Entry #32 Thanksgiving is coming up soon

Thanksgiving is coming up soon. What three things are you most thankful for?

What Three Things Are You Most Thankful For?


There are three things that I am most thankful for. First, I thank my parents for all things they give me. I was raised by my parents. Even now I am 23 years old, they still support me all pocketbook. I can study abroad to accomplish my dream because of their complete support. They give me not only money but also love. When I was sad here, I called my mom and told to her. Sometimes she couldn’t give me a real favor, but her voice comforted me. Second, I want to thank my teachers who have ever taught me. They give me knowledge and teach me how to judge what is right and what is wrong. Some of them are models that I want to be. Since I also want to be a great teacher who can really help students and give them what they really need in a good way. Furthermore, some of my teachers encouraged me to fulfill my dream when I almost wanted to give up. Because of them, I am still here and continue studying. Finally, I want to thank my boyfriend. From him, I learn more how to get along well with other people. Furthermore, when I make decisions, I think other people first rather than me, and keep other peoples’ feelings in mind. The love affair matures me. Also, when I first came here, he took care of me. At the beginning of here, I often cried. Since he comforted me and gave me support, I felt better. To sum up, I thank my parents, teachers, and my boyfriend. I can be myself and do what I want because of them.


Journal Entry #31Is it ever okay to lie?

Is it ever okay to lie? In which circumstances?

Tell a Lie in One Circumstance Is Okay

In my opinion, tell a lie is really a bad thing. I don’t like to tell a lie, and I don’t like people who lie to me. Even sometimes I told a lie, I don’t think it was right. Sometimes I tell a lie to avoid getting troubles, I still feel a little guilty. However, I think tell a lie just in one circumstance is okay. It is all right that you don’t want to hurt other people. For example, when someone let you taste his/her cooking, you have to say it’s delicious or so so, even it is not good. You can tell the truth unless he/she is your very close friend or family. I think in this situation tell a white lie is more polite and more appropriate.