It just got real.
With less than 3 weeks to go until we embark on our journey, now is the time to start taking my Hong Kong to do list seriously. I'm going to outline a few important things I plan on doing here on this blog. That way, it's out in the open and the onus will be on me to get it done. As well, any HBs (that's have-beens for those of you not in the know, referring to students who did this trip last year) can give me a heads up if I'm forgetting anything extremely important.
Things to do before Hong Kong
- E-mail cooperating teacher, say "hi"
- Go to medical clinic, see about vaccinations
- Let my bank and cell phone company know that I'm leaving the country
- Buy travel books, learn a few key phrases
- Register for field experience abroad on Minerva
- Apply for teaching certificate
- Register for CEFRANC
- Apply for work at a bunch of school boards
- Buy a ukulele (2.5 months without music, not happening!)
- Buy new luggage
I would add: make photocopies of passport to leave to your girlfriend if anything happens, back up the stuff on your computer, prepare your papers for your tax refund, and maybe visit your dentist, optometrist, etc.
ReplyDeleteI would not go buy some travel books, we all have some, you can use ours. ;)
Russell...Underwear!!! Please remember to bring some :) I'm always there for ya to give you a helpful hint!!
ReplyDeleteSerious though, good luck with it!! oh and It might be nice for Andrea to buy a little cheap voice recorder so she can record a sweet message for you. That way when you miss her you'll be able to hear her voice whenever you want!!!!
-Ashleigh
Hey Russell!
ReplyDeleteIf you don't have any sort of luggage, then go ahead and get some, but keep in mind where you are going... shopping mecca! I use a type of hockey bag with wheels. It's not as heavy as a suitcase and you can fit loads of stuff in them.
AS YOU KNOW THIS IS JUST A TEST
ReplyDelete