Sandy Bornstein enjoying marine life on the Galapagos IslandsBefore celebrating the start of a new secular year, I’m reflecting on 2018. I apologize for contributing fewer stories to this blog than in past years. My attention has been primarily focused on family events … [Read more...]
Living As An Expat in India- “We Are Fairview” Presentation
Earlier today, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak to a group of high school students at Fairview High School in Boulder, Colorado. The Fairview High School Student Council and the Social Studies Department organized an all-day event called- We Are Fairview. Over 100 … [Read more...]
International Teaching Experience Highlighted at Gutsy Living
Today an abridged version of my Indian international teaching experience appears on the Gutsy Living website. Sonia Marsh selected it for this week's entry. Check out "Becoming an International Teacher in Bangalore"Social media has introduced me to amazing people. Sonia Marsh … [Read more...]
Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue
Years ago, I gawked at pictures of the handmade tiles that adorn this famous 16th century synagogue. I never imagined that one day I would walk on those handmade Chinese tiles or gaze up at the colored glass lanterns. A trip to Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue did not not seem … [Read more...]
Another Face of India- Munnar
During one of my fall breaks in India, I visited Munnar and Cochin with two of my teaching colleagues. We stayed at a lovely homestay, the Royal Mist. After experiencing the hustle and bustle of Bangalore, Mumbai, and New Delhi, I was delighted to breathe in the … [Read more...]
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