Decision '08

Tonight's theme at English Cafe was Elections in America. We didn't think we would have too many students tonight b/c today is a 'work day' (due to taking off Monday and Tuesday for national holidays- I know...what's the point of having a day off when you have to work on a Saturday to make up for it- but such is life here) So, many of our students worked or studied today. To our surprise we had the highest attendance we've had all year! We watched a short film on the Electoral College, and had our own 'mock election'- the students formed their own parties (The White Bear Party, The Sweet Party, The Royal Party and The Great Republican Party), each nominated their own candidate, and presented their own platforms- in the end they elected Sasha (note to Chuck- the same Sasha that was at English Camp this summer, though she went by Alex at camp!). She was party of the Great Republican Party and ran on a platform that everyone should have discounts at their favorite stores and the city should be redone in pink! Anyway...in case you're wondering, if our students were voting American citizens they would have elected Barack Obama (60%). Interesting, huh? We'll see if they are in line with those that show up at the polls on Tuesday!

Thanks for remembering our family- we had some great conversations with our students tonight and a great response to the English Camp we are planning for January. Please pray that we would find a great place to hold it very soon and that we could take care of many of the details before we leave for our visa trip on the 17th. Thanks!!!! Have a great Saturday!