The school year is almost over. Then comes my brief return visit to the States and then I'll be back here for another amazing year in the adventures of American Samoa. Teaching has become very challenging again these past couple of weeks. I'm determined to end the year on a high note reading a fascinating book to my students but some love to fight back as much as they can. Though, no matter how difficult school can be some days, I am lucky to have found a group of people who I enjoy spending so much time with. They are my new Samoan family. Without them, I'm not sure I would have the strength to come back here next year.
If I need a friend to talk to, they are there.
If I need to borrow some money, they will lend it.
If I need a ride to Cost U Less, they will take me.
If I need a night of laughter and good times, they can provide it.
If I need a lesson in Samoan slang, they will try to teach me.
If I need some exercise, tennis we shall play.
While some call me Barrymore, Kracker, Palagi, Drewzy and any other assortment of names, I call them my friends.
Thank you to Jayleen, Lisa, Leni, Danielle, Pua, Nellie, and Trisha (baby mama) for making me feel so welcome in your dysfunctional family!
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