(from March 21)
I've finally made it to Kimmirut... but sadly, my luggage has not! I flew into the community on a tiny little plane and there just wasn't enough room for everyone's stuff. But no worries, it will be arriving on the next plane tomorrow!
It has been a complete whirlwind of a day! The principal met me at the airport (if you can call it that!) and helped me arrange a ride to school. A few kind Inuit girls picked me up in the back of their pick-up truck. Once at school, I was able to meet my cooperating teacher, Lester, and my host Rosalie. Both were very welcoming and made me feel at ease. I spent the rest of the day in the grade 5/6 classroom, which was quite different from my previous practicum class back home! The children are very very busy and curious about my story. I tried my best to learn their names, but I think I'll need some more practice to get the pronunciation correct! At the end of the day, one of the other staff members gave me a lift to the apartment on his snowmobile, which was a blast! I'm starting to get settled in and am in love with my other roommate during this stay, Sakku the husky dog! She is absolutely gorgeous and very affectionate!
I am looking forward to the adventures tomorrow will bring. Weather permitting, my class will be going out on an afternoon fishing trip! I'm so excited to get out and experience all the exciting things this culture has to offer!
*Pictures to follow (I'm having trouble uploading right now... the dial up internet is very slow, will try again later)
Hi Tracy! I'm new to blogs so this is so interesting. I loved reading everything you've posted so far. You sound so interested and eager to take it all in. Enjoy yourself and I look forward to more postings. Stay warm. Love Aunt Cheryl XOXOXOXOX
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