11-24~11-28

11-24

When i went to my church member`s house,
She has American roommate.
We talked about thanksgivingday.

11-25

I went my American friend`s house.
We lived together at dormitory.
I played basketball front of his house.

11-26

When i went turkeyparty!
I met allIEIstudent.
They had a enjoy party,


11-27
I went bestbuy for surch price.
I asked to everyemploys.

11-28
I went mall.
but I didn`t buy anything.

11/18
I met masa's roomate. He studies Japanese, so we talked about universities in Japan.
His English was very difficult for me.

11/19
My korean friends made korian noodle for me and Aki.
It was so spicy!! but very delicious.


11/20
I went to international office. Adviser already gone, so I talked with Erika.
She sought my documents.

11/21
I went to international office again. Adviser eas in there.
We talked about my VISA and next semester.

11/23
I went to International Thanksgiving Party. I made a new friend.
We ate delicious foods. I was happy.

Nov14
When I went to my American friend's house.
"Have you ever been the Mall?" "Yes, I have."

Nov15
I went to watch basketball game with friends.
"How was the game?" "Very exciting!!"

Nov17
In BCM.
"Where is Cori now?" "I'm not sure. She always busy."

Nov19
To Jay.
"Can I go to Kroger? I need a bottole of milk."

Nov21
I went to Alex's house then I talked with Namwon.
"If I go to Korea, will we be able to meet there?" "Maybe."

11-16
I went to shopping to buy some food.
A employee asked me to leave my bag pack at counter.

11-17
I went to Fedx to teach Japanese.
I taught Japanese to my student. I gave him homework and asked him.
Is this too much? but He said I can.

11-21
We went to shopping. At the store casher asked me 'Do you have Kroger card?'
I said 'Yes I do.'

11-21
I went to Thanksgiving dinner for international students.
I hung out with my friends.

11-21
At my room, I was teaching Japanese to my roommate.
The other one said 'Your English is getting better Masa!'

To day, some news papers wrote about the acception of Hilary Clinton to be the secretary of state. The news were'nt confirmed by Obama's trasition equipe, but I said to friends that it reasonable the choice of Hilary because of her experiences. Also she is also known around the world

thanks giving

Next week, we're attending the thanks giving, so I was invited. Before I accepted these invitations,I took too much time due of the resquestings. Finally I said to my friends that we have to go to all the parties.

My friends and I coversed about last macth of the Memphis tigers, the basketball team.
I said that the tigers have to win because Calipari, the coatch has an important icome because of his experiences.

Week 4 - Aul Lee

11-10
I went to the TJMAXX to refund some clothes.
But the clerk said that I didn't have the card, so
I could not refund. (I forgot that I bought clothes
by my aunt's card.)
11-11
I went to the TJMAXX to refund again.
in this time, I went with my aunt, so
I refunded and bought socks.
11-12
Jared came over my house and studied math.
I helped him and talked about each person's
school.
11-13
I went to the gym, however, I didn't bring
my ID card, so I talked her(clerk?) and she
checked then I could enter.
11-14
I went to the costco to eat Pizza.
I ordered and after twenty minutes, I ate it!!!

11/7~9
I went to camping. I talked with my friends and teachers. It was very very cold, but I had a very good time.

11/11
I met a friend in Patterson. We talked about class.

I talked with my roomate in the kitchen. She gave me handmade food of her.

11/13
I went to eye doctor with my friends. And we ate Japanese food. I was so happy.

11/14,15
I went to my friend's house. We ate pizza and watched a movie. After that, we slept together.

1.Starbucks
Can i get a greentea?

What size?

Tall plz.

2.Warmart
-Debit or credit?

-Debit

-put in your pin number.

-Thank you

3.call with friend

Where are you ?

I`m at home

What are you doing?

I`m doing homework.

4.Restaurant
What do you want drink?

Coke please.

Are you ready to order or do you need more time?

I am ready. I would like to order the big stake omllet?

Ok^^

5.My birthday party
Happy birthday Alex.

Thank you .

What do you prepare some food?

Kimchi soup!

Starbucks
Can i have coffe
-what size?
-Tall please

Mall
Can i have one more sample please?
-sorry , we can't

costco
how much is it?
-$100

Friend's house (birthday party)
Happybirthday Alex!
-Thank you hally

Phosaigon
Can i have one spring roll and number 27
-what else do you need?
-Thats it! Thank you!

week-4 Gim

In the pub "How's going on tonight?"
"It's good. you?" "Yeah. It's nice."

In the gas station. "Are you gonna go to downtown?"
"No. I'm not. Did you?" "No, I didn't"

In the dorm. With my roomates's friend
"How are you?" "Cool. Are you Japanesse? You look Japanesse."
"No, I'm Korean."

In the campus. "Excuse me. What's this mean?"
"Huh? A ye. 'I've got to see you.' this sentense means blur ~~~"

In the Kroger. "Excuse me, Where's the umbrella?"
"The line 4, sir." "Thank you."

11-1o
I talked with my Japanese student.
We talked about his hobby. And I asked him "Why did you deciede to study Japanese?"

11-13
At lunch I talked with my friend about final exam and regular class.

11-14
I talked with teacher about how to teach Japanese.

11-15
I went to a theater. I asked my friend "What kind of movie is this?"

11-15
We went to dinner. I talked with a friend, we talked about my hometown's earthquake.

Week 3 - Aul Lee

11-5
I went to the TJMAXX.
There was no price some shirts,
so I asked price.

11-6
My sister's husband(Dan) helped my
L/S homework. I had to survey,
so I asked him, and he answered.

11-7
In my older cousin's birthday party,
there were almost 50 persons.
I had opportunity to talk with many
American friends.

11-8
I went to the Jason's Deli (?) with Abby.
We ate lunch together and talked about
these days.

11-9
After church meeting, in my sister's house,
Sol, Dan, Isac and I ate lunch and talked
about next semaster.

Nov7
In BCM
"I'm going to go to camp!!" "Where do you go?"

Nov8
In camp. Everyone telled me.
"Did you sleep very well?" "No, I didn't."
This day, I talked many things with Ms.Terry.

Nov9
I talked with Alex.
"Why do you pray Christ?" "I chang my mind."

Nov10
I talked with my conversation partner about our stupit stories.

Nov13
I went out dinner with my American firends.
"Do you understand what topic their talking?" "Yes. They are talking about car accident."

At The Church

My last serious conversation had been in the church. I am not christian but I was invited by a friend. He said that he was surprised because of my open-mindedness. I responded him that the religions are above all for a better social organization.

Nov 3
At Fedex I had to go there to teach Japanese.
When I was sitting a seat a man talked to me and asked 'Are you Japanese teacher?'

Nov 6
In house, I talked with roommate about weekend.

Nov 7
After grammar class I asked teacher about workbook's exercise.

Nov 7
At BCM, I went to there and met friend. I talked friend about Saturday.

Nov8
I went to Laser Game with friends.
We chatted for two hours.

Week-3 Gim

In the laundary place
"Is it done?"
"No. Did you check there?"
"No, I didn't check there."

In the pub
"Where are you from?"
"I'm from Texas. Are you from Japan?"
"I'm from Korea."
"Oh, I know Taekwondo and Kimchi."
"Good"

In front of library
"Excuse me, I need your opinion about this book."
"Ok. but I have never read this book."
"Sorry."

In dormitory
"Do you try this?"
"What's this?
"This is the kimchi."
"Sorry, I can't eat spicy food."
"Ok."

At the BCM
"Hi, Megan. It's been a long time."
"Yeah. How are you?"
"Not good. Because I have three test in today."
"What is the test?"
"R/W, Grammar, and road test."
"Cheer up, It's gonna be OK."

The Invitation

Always in the BCM, the person who conversed with me invited me to church on sunday for an anniversary. He explained the way that Americans like to celebrate their anniversary.

BCM Conversation

As every friday after class, I went to BBC ( I don't the meaning) where we get free food, and speak with other American students. Someone came to me to tell me his religious belief, and ask me about mine.

Analysis

Always in the political subject this weekend, the coversations turn around this election. We talked about Obama's first press conference to know his choice for the futur government.

obama's election

As all news this week talked about Obama's election as the first black president of the United States.
On Tuesday in the night, we watched in live this election. After my friends and i conversed about the impact of this election on American society.

10/31
I went to the Halloween party. I saw many American friends. Thire costume was so wonderful!!
I talked about many things with them. I had a good time.

11/2
I met Gim in laundry. We talked about LOVE. I thought we need to talk in English a lot.

11/3
I went to Alex's house. Before then, We ate Chinese food. In Alex's house,we played some games. Of course,we used English.

11/5
I met my language partner. I taught her Japanese,and she taught me English. we talked about Japanese tradition. I think I should know about Japan more and more.

11/6
After school, I met my conversation partner. This day was my friend's birthday, so we talked about it. Next week we will talk about his party.

Oct 30
I always bring my lunch then someone ask me.
"Who does it make?" "I made it."

Oct 31
I was invited in Halloween party from my friend.
Then I talked with American people.
"What's your major?" "My major is English."

Nov 1
I went to Halloween party.
First, we rode a car. I talked American people who is student in U of M.
"Have you played the video game?" "Yes, I have. I like WII."

Nov 2
I was called from Jchel.
"I'll go back to Korea tomorrw morning." "Please take care to return. I miss you."

Nov3
Jay asked me.
"What will you do after class?" "Nothing. I don't have appointment."

Nov 5
I talked with Shan who graduated IEI before a few years ago.
"You have to speak English more." " I think so."

week 3 - Aul

10-29
My sister's couple, Jared and I ate dinner together.
We talked about many things like school, work, food and camping.

10-30
My younger cousin, Sarah wanted to me cut her hair.
I told her " I'm not sure that I can cut your hair well."

10-31
After I exercised, I left my cell phone inside the gym.
I didn't know until I came home. As soon as I knew that,
I ran to the gym. I told to a staff "I left my cell phone inside.
Can I go?" "Sure." "Thank you."

11-1
Our all relative (only women) had a big brunch.
Three of us are pregnant. We talked about delivery.
I'll be an aunt in December.

11-2
Today we had a baby shower. My friend, Abby and I are going
to do something this Saturday.
( "Do you have any plan this Saturday?" "No, I don't have any plan."

1. At starbucks. ''Can i have a Americano please''
-'' What size?'' * Tall size please''
2. At Mall '' Can i wear this before i buy?''
-''how many items do you have?'' * ''I have two''
3. At Gas station. ''I need 20dollars gas on number 2''
4. At friend's house. '' Hey Bp , how are you?''
-'' Im doing very well , how about you?'' '' im doing great too! Thanks''
5 At finish line. '' I need size 7 for that shoes.''
-'' You need 7?'' '' Yes ma'am.


Thanks

The Shopping

This sunday we went to shopping to the grocerie's store. The stores is also a place for conversation, so we talked about what we took for the week. I make a small talk with some people that we met to the store. And gererally American people like asking about your country if they see that you are not from here. The frequently questions are: Where are you from? What do you do?

The NBA GAME

This week we saw the beggining of the NBA game. Many people are interrested by the sports especially the NBA. It was one of the subjects this week after the politics. As the teams of my favorites players Koby Briant and Tony Parker didn't win, I said to my conversation partner the biggining is difficult after a long time of rest.

The birthday party

I went to the friend's birthday party. In fact it was his wife's birthday. There were few people. After her whiches, we begun to talk about many things. One of these subjects was the different ways of the birthday party. Somebody said that generally there is not a big difference birthday party between USA and our countries without we don't use the flag.

The continuation

Our conversation talked about JOE the PLUMBER. As this name was injected in the presidential campaign this year, my roomate and I conversed about the effect of this particular subject on the campaigns. I said to him that the subject Joe the Plumber was prepared before because if you watch the last presidential debate, Joe the plumber was in the center of all the subjects. Also Joe personally moved with John mccain for his campaign.

Week 2 - Gim

When I met the my aunt.
"Aunt, I need some help. I try to get the apartment."
"You have to think about study and money. English is very important for you now"

When I went to the Kroger
"Excuse me, Please Camel Light please."
"Here is."
"Thanks"

In the pub
"Hi. Nice to meet you. What's your name?"
"My name is Rosena. You're from Korea?"
"Yes, I an from Korea."

When I went to the downtwon
"Excuse me, Where is the Union Street?"
A taxi driver said "Get in. I'll take there."
"No. No. Just explain please."

With my roommates.
"How's it going?"
"What's up? man"
"Do you have a plan the Halloween Day?"
"I don't know."
"Join us, man."
"If I don't have appointment, I would."