Saturday, 16 July 2011

First Day

Today has been a fantastic day.  The students and host familes all met up and went up the mountain.  Whilst there we had an indoor BBQ, this is very popular in Japan and something I think most people would enjoy.  Then we planted trees together outside, due to the scorching heat we were not outside long, it was 37  this morning getting slightly hotter by midday.  I don`t think the students or indeed myself expected this sort of heat.  We have checked all the children are wearing sun cream but we are mainly inside.  In the afternoon we went to the local school where the students and families played games in the sports hall. Hats off to anyone who can play sport in this heat.  I have spoken to everyone and they are all having a good time, with as usual the best topic of conversation being how strange and cool the toilets are!  I was very lucky today as my host took me early and had booked for me to do a tandem paraglide.  Incredible way to view Hakusan.  I haven`t got many pictures at the minute, Fi has a lot more. I will upload more as I get them. 
For more paragliding pics
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150255849214034.336259.500404033&l=607c9d0bda






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  1. Roseleigh Creations16 July 2011 at 12:34

    hi Andrew and All, give our love to Grace - all sounds good, a bit hot, but some like it hot! Juliette Parker

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  2. David Acheson17 July 2011 at 00:26

    I can't believe that you got to go paragliding! Enjoy. Second time round is more relaxing because you know some of what is coming!

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  3. Anonymous17 July 2011 at 08:50

    Hi all - photos look brilliant (and very hot!) - you will be pleased to know that its raining here although quite warm maybe 17 degress. Say Hi to everyone from "The Scoots" - we will be following with interest as you progress through the week.
    Take care and enjoy!
    T

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