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FEELINGS
Yesterday in class I taught my students to talk about how they were feeling. I drew some faces on the board to illustrate being happy, angry, sad, sleepy, hungry, and mad. When it came time to practice the new vocabulary, … Continue reading
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LES DIMANCHES AVEC DEVON: LA FIN
It is with a heavy heart that we bid adieu to our dear friend Devon. He has been so generous as to unwittingly share with us his trials and tribulations (mostly trials) of the last calendar year. What started out … Continue reading
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
It’s been nearly nine months since Gerpan was conceived and, boy, has it been a ride. Sadly, despite our constant attention and careful diets, we have spontaneously aborted our original mission. We created this blog with noble intentions, thinking Gerpan … Continue reading
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I’VE COME UNDONE
When I was home for the holiday, several people pointed out that I had gained a visible amount of weight. These tactful folks, also known as my family, were quite correct. I’ve fattened up a tad since being in Berlin; … Continue reading
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LES DIMANCHES AVEC DEVON
This is part twenty-four of Les Dimanches Avec Devon. To read Devon’s previous status updates, click here. Devon Michaels Vikings are 16 point favorites. Let’s go and beat the spread November 15 at 11:36 am Devon Michaels Thinks today was … Continue reading
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
I am extremely fortunate to have family who support my every whim and always approve of my aimless lifestyle. The other day I spoke with my mother about my ever-elusive plans for the future. ME: “So, I think my best … Continue reading
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CHURCH AND STATE
Today I received a letter in the mail. I rarely get post so I was initially delighted to discover an envelope bearing my name. Until I noticed that it also bore the stamp of the Finanzamt, or tax bureau. Immediately, … Continue reading
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LES DIMANCHES AVEC DEVON
This is part twenty-three of Les Dimanches Avec Devon. To read Devon’s previous installments, click here. Devon Michaels Not sure what happened to my camera and wonders where my wifes went. So many want to see pictures, they have to … Continue reading
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BEAT IT
Twice in as many days, I have witnessed men motioning at me in an immodest manner entailing a fixed stare accompanied by a vigorous jostling of junk. I’m not sure leering whilst palming one’s package is an acceptable greeting; perhaps … Continue reading
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LOST AND FOUND
Heading back from a shop today, I noticed a shiny metal object sitting atop a cement post lining the walk path. Easily distracted by reflective items, I came to an abrupt halt to discover a striking silver bracelet sitting all … Continue reading
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