Hello from all of us!
Please forgive the absence from the postings. We had some technical difficulties with the blog and we hope to fill you into today with stories of our adventures and pictures of the many things we had experienced in the last week.
After saying goodbye to Boston we boarded the coach and drove to the Big Apple of New York where we stayed at the beautiful Bedford Hotel near the Empire State Building.Our country director Janet was there to spend time with us which made us all happy. New York was bustling and we rode the subway to many destinations. The first night was filled with huge excitement. Some of us went to see a hiphop concert by Kanye West and others took in a Broadway show called "Rent." We all went to these shows in a limousine which took us through Times Square. Everyone had a fantastic night.
The weather has been perfect with low humidity and only some rare showers to cool us down. We went to have a tour at the United Nations which was fascinating. I told the students I could imagine seeing some of them working there one day! We also went out on the ferry to see the majestic Statue of Liberty, and as we were approaching some of our french students serenades the boat with a lively rendition of " La Marsaillase." Another day we went out to the beach in Coney Island and had a picnic on the beach until the rain came.We were also able to visit some of the many neighborhoods in New York inclduing Soho, Chinatown and Little Italy. Of course there has been plenty of time for some great shopping and I'm sure you will see many treasures that your students will be bringing home to you.
We had some time for cooking dinners including one where everyone came with their own ideas and we had a " potluck" dinner in the staff common room. There have been many nights of playing guitar and ukulele and singing songs. We have many talented musicians. They are so enthusiastic and spend alot of time with each other laughing and speaking about their experiences. I am sure it will not be an easy day tomorrow when we say goodbye, or " until we meet again."
Our classtime in New York was filled with interesting conversations, using the library where the students were able to practice their english. They are all improving each day.
The last day in New York we were able to walk down Park Avenue which had been closed to cars and there were many joggers and bicyclists everywhere. We had a picnic in central park and some of us took in the many exhibits in the Metropolitan Museum.In the evening there were walks to Times Square and Janet took some students to enjoy the Brooklyn Bridge by night. It was a memorable time for all.
It was now time to take off for Atlantic City.See you soon.
Thanks again for the great students you have sent us at Abbey Road.
See you soon.
Tracy Campbell
Director American Experience
and Jennifer, Jennika
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