We are getting ready to come home I took my last Chinese final at the school. After class the teachers ask all of the foreign students out for dinner at a nearby chicken and potatoes hot pot place. Jesse and I got to share a table with our three teachers. I was surprised by how much of the conversation we could understand. This was the last time we could hang out with our teachers, so we exchanged emails. One of the, teachers that is not part of the family emailed me the other day about Christmas and I sent her the story of Christmas. I hope it speaks to her heart and that she will ask questions about it to some of our family members. After the meal Jesse and I went to a Christmas party at the school. They told the real Christmas story and also sang some songs about Father and the birth of His son in both English and Chinese. I got to talk to one of my friends about Christmas and some of the Chinese traditions with the holiday. He told me that usually Chinese people give each other apples, because they represent peace.
The next day was Christmas Eve and I wanted to give my friends something that is at the heart of Christmas so I wrapped up some words and films for them. That night I went to and English corner, one of my friends was hosting it. The students sang some Christmas songs and played some games. At the end I pulled some of my friends a side, and tell them why we celebrate Christmas. They all enjoined their gifts I hope to see them again before we leave. Keep these students in your thoughts.