My first host!

It's been a pretty good week! There is a new teacher in town, Laura. She's from Australia and taking Valerie's place. I'll really miss Valerie though. Anyway, Val was showing her around Koriyama and I thought it would be good for her to meet the gang. So, I whipped up some guacamole and nibblets so we could all meet the new girl in town. She seems nice, if a little overwhelmed at the moment. Regardless, we all had a good time. It was Ian, Valerie, Wendy, Laura and myself. Too bad Otis couldn't make it, but I think he was on a date. Anyway, I was a little nervous about having people over because I don't have a couch or anything. Turns out, I had nothing to worry about. Vicky, the teacher who lived here before I did, often had people over. But I think she sold off all the niceties before I came (tv, couch and the like). It was (and still is) strange to meet people who knew Vicky. They all know where I live before they even know my name. I'm actually really excited to host! Plus, it's pretty easy to please Ian and Wendy with food. No offense, but British dishes are just down right *nasty*. Tim once gave me some good advice on the flight to London: When in London, eat Indian. It's true, I had the best Indian food I had ever had in London...and the worst ceasar salad. If I remember correctly, it was lettuce swirled with Miracle Whip. I think i took one unexpected bite and nearly spit it into my napkin. But I digress...It was a wonderful evening with friends, wine and laughter.