Hibbets' Happenings

Let's see, what happened today. We got up around 8:00, I think, and fixed oatmeal for breakfast. I pretty much worked all day; we all stayed home today. A little before 4:00 I walked next door for a press conference at Shue Yan announcing their new status as a university! It was a very exciting day. They told me they had worked for this day for 20 years. A momentus occasion, indeed! The students were especially excited, which was so neat to see. I was there for about an hour, and was disappointed in myself that I couldn't get more out of it, since I didn't understand what was being said. There was one speaker in English, but the microphone was giving her problems, so I couldn't hear her, either. So I was pretty much in the dark. Still, it was exciting to be there. I'm behind on posting pictures, but I did take some pictures, so when I post, those will be included. The event was on the news tonight, and David got to watch, but I was in class. I hate I missed it; I also wish I could have recorded it, but I didn't have a way to do it. By the time the press conference was over it was almost time for class. Class went well tonight. We talked about listening and giving feedback, two very practical and relevant topics. I have a lot of work to do for our last few classes. We only have 13 days left here and we're trying to plan out how to spend them. There is still a lot to do! We fixed Chinese versions of black-eyed peas, sweet potatoes, and greens for lunch today. It was different than at home, but still very good. I made another loaf of bread today with coconut cream and banana. It's good. The coconut and banana aren't really strong, so it's mostly just a normal loaf, but it is really moist. I'm wanting to make tuna rolls soon. I also have to start working on the party food. And there are still a few things to buy. I'm excited for it to all come together! I'll try to post those pictures soon. Aleecia