Introductions by Stephanie Thomas

Stephanie

mobilemaestra_st — 2017-10-07 18:38:38 UTC

Hi everyone. I'm the instructor. Here are some fun facts about me: I love yoga, paddle boarding, and Vietnamese food. I am married and have two sons. My husband, Prakash, is from India.

Yuka Okumura

yuka_okumura_ca — 2017-10-10 20:49:34 UTC

Hi all. I came from Japan. I have been in San Diego for 7years. I have one daughter and two sons.
I love to go to Taiwanese cafe.

Hi Yuka. What is the name of the Taiwanese Cafe? Where is it? (Stephanie)

Janisse Santiago

2017-10-10 22:28:04 UTC

Hello everyone!! 😃 I'm from Puerto Rico. I've lived in San Diego for 1year. I am happily married. I love dancing, listening to music, exercise and I love God!

Hi I'm Sonia I'm from Mexico I have 6 years living in San Diego and I'm happy to be in this course

2017-10-11 01:57:45 UTC

I love Japanese food

Hello there Sonia. I love ramen and udon noodles. What's your favorite Japanese food? (Stephanie)

Hi every boday, I'm Amer. I'm from Iran .I have been liveing in san Diego for four month.I'm happay to be with you.

2017-10-11 03:26:17 UTC

Thank you

Hello Amer. We are glad to have you. How do you like San Diego? (Stephanie)

Jenny Jin Kwak

2017-10-11 03:58:02 UTC

Hi, I am Jenny from Korea. I have been in San Diego for 3 months now. I really want to improve my English skills. I love travelling and reading webcomics. I am happy to have a wonderful teacher and join this class.

Hello Jenny. What's your favorite thing to do in San Diego? I love paddle boarding. (Stephanie)

Antonio

2017-10-11 04:28:27 UTC

Hi everyone. I´m from Spain. I moved to San Diego 8 moths ago. I´m married and I have one son. I love sports. I like traveling around the world. Also, I Love Spanish food.

Great picture Antonio. What is your favorite Spanish food? I love paella, sangria, and tapas. (Stephanie)

Thank Stephanie. My favorite Spanish food in the Jamon, tortilla de patatas and Paella.

Hello

2017-10-11 04:53:17 UTC

My name is Amy and I am from Iran.My husband and I have been liveing in San Diego since JUn.I love aerobic.Also, I love to travel to test new food and get familiar with new culture.

Hello Amy. What is some of your favorite food? Have you tried Vietnamese food? (Stephanie)
hi Estefanie I have never tried vietnames food ,but I love Indian food and sushi.

Hi

2017-10-11 06:48:33 UTC

My name's Pei. I am from Taiwan. I like to travel and swim. am happy to join this class.

Hi Pei. I love traveling and swimming, too. (Stephanie)

To Pei, Hi Pei. I am glad to have you in class. I like traveling and swimming too.

mobilemaestra_st — 2017-10-11 15:02:59 UTC

Hello there. Can you tell me who posted this? (Stephanie)

Hi Janisse

mobilemaestra_st — 2017-10-11 15:06:03 UTC

This is Stephanie, your instructor. I hope you will share some Puerto Rican music with our class. If you want to do this, click the microphone button below, then hold up your phone to record.

Hello everyone,

2017-10-11 17:40:25 UTC

I love this padlet !
This is Farah . I have been in USA since 2002. I call it my home! I am married and have a wonderful son. Like every mom, I like to work for him..I call him my boss😉.
I am excited to be a part of this class and wish you all the best!

Hi Farah. I'm glad you are enjoying this Padlet. Ilove the pictures students have posted. (Stephanie)

Hi everyone !

2017-10-11 18:09:40 UTC

My name's Dan. I'm Vietnamese. I've been here for 4 months. I like study English but I'm very busy to study. I like music, movies and reading books. I'm very happy to join in this class and make friend with you !

Hello Dan. What a beautiful picture. Are you an artist? (Stephanie)

Hi my name is Jennifer. I'm from the Philippines. I've been here in the country for almost 1 year and 5 months. I like to study English because it is the primary language here, and it is an advantage if you can understand and can speak English fluently.

monteclarjm79 — 2017-10-11 18:58:17 UTC

Welcome Jennifer. What languages do you speak? (Stephanie)

Hello Stephanie. I only know Tagalog, which is our native language in the Philippines, and English (but not that fluent).
In a few weeks time I will be starting with my new job as an office assistant, that's why I'm very eager to learn how to use the English language properly.
I know this online class will help me a lot. Thank you in advance Stephanie, and I'm looking forward to learning the English language.
Starting a new job is exciting. Where will you be working? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone,

2017-10-11 19:24:49 UTC

I'm Hyunju from South Korea. I'm so excited to attend this class with all of you. I've been living in San Diego for 2 years. I'm studying in English and looking for a job. My favorite hobby is swimming and yoga. Thank you!

Hello Hyunju. What type of job are you looking for? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone

2017-10-11 20:38:01 UTC

Nice to meet you all! This is Yan from China. I have been here in San Diego for 5 years. I have two daughters. One is in 1st grade, and another one is in preschool. I'am also taking ESL class except this online class.This is my first time to take online class.Hoping that I can also learn English at home whenever I have time, I registered this online class:)
Thank you!

Hi Yan. I'm glad you are trying this online class. (Stephanie)

Hello everyone,

2017-10-11 21:57:48 UTC

Nice to meet you all! This is Wilson who is come from China. I have been San Diego more than 2 years.I'd like to play badminton and swim.

Hello Wilson. I love badminton but I haven't played for many years. (Stephanie)

Hello everyone

2017-10-11 23:00:28 UTC

Nice to meet you in this class. My name is Lucy and from Taiwan. I'm glad can join this online course. I have been here for 2 years. Anyway, this is good opportunity let me can immerse in the English language environment.

Hi Lucy. Where are you in this picture? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone

2017-10-11 23:12:02 UTC

I'm Min, so nice to meet you in this special class which I try first time. I have been in San Diego for 5 years, and I'm looking forward to obtaining more English skills from here.

Hello Min. What are some of your favorite hobbies? (Stephanie)

Hi, everyone,

2017-10-12 00:06:58 UTC

I'm Wenlan. Nice to meet you.I have been living in San Diego for 5 years.
I'm learning English ESL class in Miramar.

Hi Wenlan. Where are you from? (Stephanie)

Kim Sieng

2017-10-12 00:07:05 UTC

Hi everyone! You can call me Kim. I'm so excited to attend this class with all of you and our wonderful teacher. I have been here for 10 months. I do want to improve my English Language and get a good job.
In my free time, I like watching action movies, visiting zoo and natural resorts.

Hello Kim. What's your favorite movie? (Stephanie

Hello everyone,

2017-10-12 00:37:27 UTC

This is Kihee. I'm from South Korea. I have been living here since 2012. I like camping and cooking.

Hello Khee. Where do you like to camp? Have you camped outside of California? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone,

2017-10-12 01:46:24 UTC

I am Maria, I am from Mexico City. I love reading, walking outside and cooking. I just finished my Culinary Arts and Science Diploma studies.
I am happy to be in this class.

Hi Maria. What type of food do you enjoy cooking? What's your specialty? (Stephanie)

Hello everyone,

2017-10-12 04:23:07 UTC

My name is Hang, i'm from Viet Nam. Like alot asian women, i love kids and take care my house. I married and have 2 kids (one of them still a baby). I want to improve my English but i don't have to much time to go to school, so this class very suit for me. I'm lucky to be a nember in this class. It is nice to see you all.

Hello Hang. What a beautiful picture of you and your daughter. How old is she? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone,

2017-10-12 04:33:57 UTC

I am ZJ. It is nice to take the online advanced VESL calss with you. Besides of routine of work and study, I love to take a walk at Parks whenever I have time.

Hello Z.J. Which San Diego parks do you enjoy? (Stephanie

Hello everyone

2017-10-12 04:53:42 UTC

My name is Hyunjung, i'm from South Korea. I've been staying in San Diego for 1 year. I take a ESL class in Mesa. Nice to meet you all! I really want all of our online students to reach goals.

Hi Hyunjung. I hope we all reach our goals as well. (Stephanie)

Hojin Park

parkh1415 — 2017-10-12 05:11:52 UTC

Hello~ All,
I am a Korean-American, originally from south part of Korea. I have been married for 21 years, and have one son & one daughter. It is great to see you all here. I want to share of my weekend activities with you guys. Thanks!

Hello Hojin. How old are your children? Are any of your family members featured in the video?(Stephanie)

Hello everyone,

2017-10-12 06:27:16 UTC

My name is Young. Nice to see you and join this class. I've been in the U.S. about 2 years. I am now attending ESL classes at CE Miramar. I hope we can improve our English much better.

Hello Young. Have you traveled anywhere interesting in the U.S.? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone,

2017-10-12 15:34:14 UTC

I'm Michelle from South Korea.
Nice to meet you. I've been here for 3 months. I have a son and a daughter. My husband come to volunteer as a reserch scholar at the Anticancer Incorporation. We're going to stay here for a year. So I really hope to be a fluent English speaker.

Hi Michelle, How old is your daughter? (Stephanie)

2017-10-12 16:11:24 UTC

Morning everyone

2017-10-12 16:17:14 UTC

I am XIA,HUIPING.You can call me Grace. I from Shanghai China.
I am so glad to join this big family. I like cooking and flowers. I want to improve my English to live better here.
Hello Grace. What type of flower is this? (Stephanie)

Hi, I am Erika , I was born in Durango, Mexico but I grew up in San Diego, Ca. I came to the U.S.A. when I was 7 years old. I enroll in these class to practice my writing and pronunciation skills. I stop speaking English because people criticized me all the time when I din't pronounced or speak well. So I got traumatized and embarrassed and stop speaking in English and got confused. I hope I can overcome that problem and star speaking fluently.

2017-10-12 16:21:32 UTC

Erika, I love your picture. I am sorry that you had a bad experience with English. You can feel safe here. We are all learning together. (Stephanie)

Hello,

2017-10-12 16:33:29 UTC

my name is Uni. I'm from Korea. It's pleasure to join online class. Following my husband, we, my husband, my three sons and me came to San Diego 3 months ago.
I wish I could speak English well and make many friends.
Good luck to everyone and to me!!!!
Hello Uni.
Thank you for joining us. How are you enjoying the US? (Stephanie

Hello,

2017-10-12 20:37:04 UTC

My name is Cristina. I'm from Toluca Mexico, I have been in the U.S. for many years. I have a daugther who is in the middle school. I was tudying English for few months and then I stopped because I have to work , but this time I would like to finish this class Online I wish I could.

Hi Cristina, Where do you work? Do you work full time? (Stephanie)

Hi Song. I'm glad you're practicing English with us. (Stephanie)

2017-10-12 20:45:09 UTC

Hi, my name is Song and I have been living in here more than 20 years . I have recognized my English is getting worse in speaking and writing. I spend most of my time with Koreans. I am very excited to take the class and I hope I can learn something. Thanks

Hi everyone, my name is Kineret Rubin. I am from Israel. I am married and I have tree kids.

2017-10-12 22:40:56 UTC

Hi Kineret. Do you have sons, daughters, or both? (Stephanie)

Hi Stephanie, I have tow boys, they are twins and they are almost 10 years old, and I have a little girl she is almost 4 years old/

ritachanwh1 — 2017-10-12 23:36:33 UTC

ritachanwh1 — 2017-10-12 23:36:37 UTC

Hi Dongmei. How old is your son? (Stephanie)

2017-10-13 00:45:20 UTC

Hi everyone ,my name is dongmei you,I come from China,I came to San Diego with my husband and my son seven months ago.I am very glad to attend online English class and study English with you!

Hello, everyone. My name is Eileen and I'm from China. I'm coming here because I wanna prepare myself well to get into college. So nice to meet all of you:)

eileen4404 — 2017-10-13 01:30:50 UTC

Nice to meet you, Eileen. Do you want to attend college in the U.S.? (Stephanie)

Hi! I am Tali and I am from Israel. But I was born in Soviet Union, so this is my second emmigration. I have two kids and I love to draw/paint.

2017-10-13 01:47:49 UTC

Hi Tali. How many languages do you speak? (Stephanie)

4 :) (Tali)

Hello everyone,

2017-10-13 03:44:16 UTC

I'm Tomoko and I'm from Japan. I'll be a nurse in USA!! If somebody have same goal let's talk, exchange information and make encouragement each other!! I hope everybody achieve yourself goals through this course:) And I really really like Thai food!!!!!! Please let me know good Thai food restaurant in SD!! Thank you!!

Hi Tomoko. Do you take classes at Mirmar or CE Mesa? There is a software program in the computer labs at those campuses that has specialized English for nurses. (Stephanie)

Hi Everyone! My name is Duyen Huynh and I am from VietNam . I have 2 daughters. I have been in San Diego for 16 months. I take this class because I want to improve my English .I'd love practicing yoga , traveling, and cooking. I am so glad to meet you all

2017-10-13 06:51:12 UTC

Hi Duyen. I love Yoga, too. (Stephanie)

Hello Everyone!

2017-10-13 14:55:18 UTC

Awesome picture, Claudia. Where are you? (Stephanie)
My name is Claudia, I am from Mexico and I've been living in San Diego for 3 months already. I like travel, sushi and most importantly, spend time as much as I can with my husband, family and friends! nice to meet you everyone! :)

Hana

2017-10-13 15:24:09 UTC

My name is Hana. I'm from Vietnam.
I like flowers and nature.
My motto is "Change your attitude, change your life".

Hi Hana. I love flowers and your motto is perfect for online learning. Sometimes, you feel a little frustrated and lonely, but reach out. Change your attitude, change your life. (Stephanie

Hello~Nice to meeting you guys here!

bgirl_ina — 2017-10-13 15:25:05 UTC

I'm Yanna,came from Shanghai of China.I was an event planer in my country and do some works like director and choreographer do. Now I am a wedding dress designer and photographer.I love arts and like to take challenges.Outdoor activities are my favor.Maybe we shall take a adventure if you either like it!Jesus Loves🙏

Puerto Rico music>!

2017-10-13 15:31:17 UTC

I think most people know him. He is Luis Fonsi is one of my favorite singers. I really like his music video because it shows our culture a lot.

Janisse

2017-10-13 15:46:26 UTC

Sorry but I like Puerto Rican music :) and this is (Salsa). I love salsa <3

Hello,I'm Janie.

2017-10-13 16:41:51 UTC

I'm Janie from China. I was a Commercial Real Estate Consultancy in Shanghai. Now I'm in San Diego to accompany my husband as he became a postdoc in UCSD. I'm busy in learning English, cooking for my husband's dinner.
Nice to meet you all!
Hi Janie. Nice to meet. you too (this is Stephanie.)

Hello,

2017-10-13 16:57:05 UTC

My name is Kihee. I'm from South Korea. I have been here since 2012. I like camping and hiking. Nice to meet you!

2017-10-13 17:22:28 UTC

Hello !!!

2017-10-13 18:53:19 UTC

I`m Ceci , I`m from Guadalajara; Mexico. I`m happily married, I have 4 kids, and we are here to improve our english.
I like to do exercise, especially run. I love to watch movies and series and I`m very excited about this online classes.
Nice to meet you all!!!

Hello.

2017-10-13 20:04:54 UTC

I'm Chunhuan, coming from China. I am a visiting scholar in UCSD. In order to communicate with friends fluently from American or other countries, I want to learn surviving English, especially speaking. Nice to meet you.

Hello Chunhuan. What is your field of study? We are lucky to have your expertise. (Stephanie)
My research field is materials science, especially the testing techique of materials science. I am very happy to study on line with Stephanie and everyone.

Hello!

2017-10-13 21:03:39 UTC

My name is Arturo and I'm from Tijuana, Mexico. I've been living on-and-off in San Diego for many years and I like to go sigh seeing all over this beautiful city.
I attended high school in San Diego, but I need to improve my English grammar and writing skills, so I can enroll in community college next semester. I'm so excited to start this online class. Hope to meet everyone soon.

Best wishes,
Arturo

Hello Arturo. What do you plan to study at the community college? (Stephanie)

Hello Stephanie,
First, I would like to take college courses to improve my writing skills and then, work on getting an associate in IT.

Hi, Kineret! I am from Israel, too. How long have you lived here, in US?

2017-10-13 21:50:50 UTC

(Tali Kanevski.)

Hi, Jenie!

2017-10-13 21:57:09 UTC

How do you feel here in US after you've quitted from your job in China?
(Tali.)

Hi Ceci! How often and for how long do you ussially run?

2017-10-13 22:04:55 UTC

(Tali)

Hi Claudia!

2017-10-13 22:15:53 UTC

It's your picture from Cascadas de Agua Azul?

Arturo

Hi Stephanie!

2017-10-13 22:46:17 UTC

I enjoy cooking healthy dishes with seafood for my family. But I love bakery and chocolate creations.
Maria
I love chocolate too, especially dark chocolate. (Stephanie)

Hi!

2017-10-13 23:58:35 UTC

My name is Marie-Jeanne from France. I arrived at San Diego one month and half ago. I have one son of ten years old. I lived at UTC, near Macy's in Torrey Piney Village. Nice to meet you.
MJ
Hello Marie-Jeanne. Does your son attend school here? How does he like it? (Stephanie)

Hi, Everyone ! I'm Olga. I'm happy to be here with all of you! I came from Russia to San Diego two years ago. I have a music family. I play the piano, my daughter is a pianist and singer, my husband plays the different instruments.I love San Diego and people here!

2017-10-14 02:01:55 UTC

Hi Yanna!

2017-10-14 02:03:10 UTC

I love your picture!!!
Marie-Jeanne

Where are you from Song? I have a similar issue. My English is getting no better.

2017-10-14 04:07:22 UTC

Erika

Hi Stephanie

2017-10-14 05:45:03 UTC

I am Lucy. My picture was taken on midway. It's a huge and incredible aircraft carrier. I never seen before. We spent a whole day stay to visited her.

Lucy

Hi maria

2017-10-14 05:51:36 UTC

I'am from Algeria , i have been here in San Diego since june 2016 .i enjoy cooking too , Algerian dishes is amazing , we can share some recipes. i love cooking , traveling , dancing , go to shopping . i have one daughter ,she is born here. i love San Diego and people here. hope this courses help me to improve my english
,

Hello Hyunjung

2017-10-14 05:53:21 UTC

I am Lucy. You know that I am exited with you join this class. See you.

Lucy

Hello everyone! My name is Lin.

2017-10-14 06:46:12 UTC

I am from Taiwan. I have been here for 7 months. I am glad I can join this class and my pleasure to meet you all. I have two lovely dogs and I ENJOY spending my time with them.The black one is named zypher.
The brown one is named kubo.
Lin, I love your two dogs. They are so cute. Did they come with you from Taiwan? (Stephanie)

Hello Yanna

2017-10-14 07:14:36 UTC

My name is Lin. I was excited when I read your post because I wanted to become an event planner. It would be appreciated If you could share your experience with me one day.

2017-10-14 17:03:35 UTC

Hello teacher,
My name is Thet Htar San.I would like to learn English.

Thet
Hi Thet. Nice to meet you. What do you like to do here in San Diego? (Stephanie)

Hello everyone, hello Stephanie,

2017-10-15 00:31:16 UTC

My name is Janneta. I am from two countries, Ukraine and Germany, I speak both languages very well :) I am glad to join this class and hope to improve my English skills . I have two daughters, my oldest daughter lives in Germany and my youngest is here with me in sunny and beautiful city San Diego! I love traveling, reading and I love Theater,
all best wishes from Janneta
Hello Janetta. Your daughters are beautiful. Does your younger daughter go to school here in San Diego? (Stephanie)

Hello, everyone. My name is Keyi from China. I came here to help my daughter to take care of my grandchildren. I like music, dancing and doing exercises. I take online class to improve my English. I hope some day, I can find a job.

2017-10-15 01:14:15 UTC

Keyi
Hello Keyi. How old are your grandchildren? (Stephanie)

Hi Wanna

2017-10-15 02:43:33 UTC

I like your beautiful photo! And also I like outdoor activity!!!
Tomoko

2017-10-15 02:43:34 UTC

Kay

2017-10-15 03:02:01 UTC

Hello everyone. My name is Kay and I'm from South Korea. I came here about 3 months ago, following my husband who is a Ph.D. student in UCSD. I like doing pilates and watching American TV series. I want to make foreigner friends and practice English together. If there is someone like me, please feel free to contact me. Also I hope I can improve my English through this online program.
Hello Kay. What American TV shows do you like? (Stephanie)

2017-10-15 03:41:41 UTC

Hello everyone.my name Amer I'm from Iran 🇮🇷 I came to the United States four months ago
Thank you

Great to have you, Amer. How do you like the US? (Stephanie)

2017-10-15 04:08:15 UTC

hello everyone nice to meet you in this class my name is Mayra
Hi Mayra. Where are you from? (Stephanie)

Hi Kihee

2017-10-15 04:41:08 UTC

I am Mayra and I also like hiking

Sui

2017-10-15 16:36:52 UTC

Hi everyone, my name's Sui. I'm from China. I came here 4 months ago. I like traveling all over the world, so I want to improve my English. Nice to meet you all here.

HI Sui. Glad to have you here. Where have you been besides China and the US? (Stephanie)

Teru

2017-10-15 17:12:56 UTC

Hi everyone, My name is Teru from Japan. I have lived in San Diego for 1 year and 5 months. I want to improve my English for my current job.
Thank you.

Hi amer

2017-10-15 17:20:29 UTC

Nice picture ,like it

Thank you Marie!

bgirl_ina — 2017-10-15 17:27:11 UTC

I like your post and picture,too.And I hope my next traveling can be visit France.
Yanna.😊

Hi~Lin!

bgirl_ina — 2017-10-15 17:30:55 UTC

Thank you for your readed my post.I'd like to share my experience about my past job but it was in my country.I moved here that either related to my past job.I appreciate my company gave a chance for business trip to U.S.4 years ago.I hope I can share more which part are you Interneted?
Yanna😊

Hello!

2017-10-15 21:26:45 UTC

I saw a post asking about my picture if It is Cascadas de Agua Azul..
It is, and It's an amazing place in Chiapas, Mexico.

Claudia

Stephanie - I Googled Cascadas de Agua Azul:

Janisse

2017-10-15 21:30:24 UTC

I really like that song too "Despacito".. Thanks for sharing!

I love that song. According to YouTube, it is one of the most popular songs ever recorded. (Stephanie)
https://youtu.be/whwe0KD_rGw

Hi everyone. My name is Ildiko. I came from Hungary. I have lived in San Diego for 4 years. I have a son and a daughter. My hobbies are gardening, sewing (dressmaking), knitting, and reading. I like learning languages.

2017-10-15 21:53:11 UTC

Hi Ildiko. Welcome. I have always wanted to visit Hungary. What are some beautiful places to go? (Stephanie)

Hi everyone!

2017-10-16 00:54:50 UTC

My name is Maya. I am from Russia but was born, grew up and studied in Uzbekistan. I am a Russian language teacher. I have 3 children: two daughters and son. My family moved to San Diego 2 years ago. I love gardening, cooking, dancing and knitting. I want to improve my English and I hope this class will help me.

Welcome Maya. Where do you teach Russian? You have a beautiful family.
(Stephanie)

Stephanie

2017-10-16 02:36:06 UTC

How old are your sons?

Eileen

eileen4404 — 2017-10-16 03:08:00 UTC

Hi, everyone. So nice to meet all you guys here. My name is Yunling He and go by Eileen. I'm from China and was immigrated to America 3 years ago. I come here to prepare myself for going to college next year. I also excited that I can make a lot of new friends here:)

stephanie

2017-10-16 05:22:30 UTC

I'm still feeling a little homesick and so many things seem strange to me

Hi, can you tell me who you are? What do you miss most about your home?
(Stephanie)

Hello Hang, I'm Jennifer. just like you I also love to take care of my 2 kids (they are my world) and I also love doing household chores specially cooking. I'm so glad to know you here on padlet : )

monteclarjm79 — 2017-10-16 06:15:36 UTC

Hello everyone,

2017-10-16 06:38:41 UTC

I'm Jessica, I came from Mexico after 1 year married to my husband Fernando 6 years ago, we have 4 girls, (and next February they're going to be 5 : ) the little ones are twins.. 6, 4 and 3, so as you could imagine I've been a busy wife and mom for a long time, but now with this online course, I hope to improve my English, and get to know new friends. I love being a wife and a mom!!! Nice to meet you all!

Hi Yuka-san,

2017-10-16 12:45:43 UTC

I'm Teru. I'm also from Japan. I envy you for your stay in the US for more than 7 years. Taiwanese cafe is relaxing you as well as good for your health. If you have any other recommendation to relax, please let me know.

hello everyone, my name is Xiaodan ,I'm from china. am came to the United States at two years ago . And now i love this country as mush as where i was born, in here i can see more deep inside of me . I would like talk to people to rehearsal my English level. If anyone like to do this conversation please tell me , I will very happy about see your reply to me .

xiaodan_yin_grunwald — 2017-10-16 16:57:25 UTC

Hello Xiaodan,
If it is difficult for you to find people to practice English with, try the technique in this video. It was developed by a Professor from China I think. (Stephanie)

https://youtu.be/CAU2zx2Ri_M

Hi everyone,

2017-10-16 18:50:35 UTC

I'm Ashraf, I am from Iran.I'm married and I have four children all of them are married.I love to improve my English and I love to speak English fluently. I am happy that I enrolled in online classes.

Hello Ashraf. Do you speak English with your family? (Stephanie)

hello Maya, I'm Cristina

2017-10-16 20:32:06 UTC

I am happy to enrolled online classes because Iam able to learn more about cumputers I"m very old fashion I don't know how to navegeted in cumputers but with this class I will practices.

Hi Maya. This class will develop your computer skills and certainly introduced technological vocabulary. Be patient with yourself. You are learning English and learning how to navigate online. Please let me know when you need help, okay?
(Stephanie)

Hi Stephanie,

2017-10-17 00:16:56 UTC

I'm Hyunju and nice to meet you today in Miramar college. I'm applying for a laboratory technician job because I majored a material engineering. Thank you!

Hyunju, I am very impressed with your major, material engineering. One of my sons is a nuclear engineer and the other is studying Aerospace Engineering. (Stephanie)

Hi Marie-Jeanne
I'm glad to meet you and thank you for sharing your beautiful photo with son.

Hello everyone!!

2017-10-17 00:37:46 UTC

I'm Kyungah and I'm from South Korea.. I've lived in San Diego for 10 years.. I have a daughter, she will graduate from high school next year..
My English is getting worse and I am forgetting a lot of vacabulary.. I hope I could improve my English in this class.. Nice to meet you all^^

Hi Kyungah, Why is your English getting worse? Is it difficult for you to meet English speakers?
(Stephanie)

Hello Stephanie, every one!

2017-10-17 03:14:26 UTC

Nice to meet you all. This is Jane who come from China. I 've lived in San Diego for 2 years .I'd like to exercise and play badminton. I'm happy to sign up online class. I will be enjoying it.

When I was a child, I loved badminton. I have not played for many years. Where do you go to play in San Diego?
(Stephanie)

Long Chen

2017-10-17 03:20:25 UTC

Hello everyone.I am so happy to meet you all in the class.
My name is Long, I am from China. My first language is Chinese,the character of which is a combination of sound,form and meaning.I have been here for about 3 months and my wife works here. I used an engineer in China, so I want to improve my English and be prepared to apple for the job in my major.
In the class I can make friends from different areas, which can benefits me a lot.I love cooking and reading,which can make me relax.

Hi Long. We're happy to have you. What does your wife do here in the US? Were you a Computer Engineer in China?
(Stephanie)

Hello everyone!

2017-10-17 05:09:15 UTC

I'm Rajaa from Palestine . I have been living in San Diego for 3 years.I'am so excited to attend this class with all of you.

Hi Rajaa. Believe it or not, you are the first student from Palestine I have ever had. Are there any good Palestinian restaurants here in San Diego? If so, can you tell me the name and tell me what I should order? I have never had Palestinian food. Is it similar to Persian food?
(Stephanie

Hi Lucy!

2017-10-17 05:21:48 UTC

I'm happy to meet you here!
Is it an air & space museum in Balboa park? So cool!!

hello K,

2017-10-17 20:20:55 UTC

I was sitting next to you on the day of registration,remember?we talked a little and I am sure you're going to remember all of your vocab very soon. Ashraf

Hi everyone!

2017-10-17 20:29:49 UTC

I'm Chie and I'm from Japan. I like yoga and also baking. I am married and have three children.

Hell

2017-10-18 00:25:20 UTC

I am Lina from South Korea. I am happy to meet online classmates.
I was been here in March with my family. I like to travel and cook.
I hope my English is much better through this class^^

Hello everyone! Hello Stephanie!

2017-10-18 01:18:11 UTC

I'm Flora from China, and I've been here a few months. So nice to meet you all here! I love to speak English, but still need more practice and learning, I Hope my English can be much better in the future~

2017-10-18 16:52:24 UTC

Hi everyone Hello stepheni

2017-10-18 16:52:28 UTC

I`m Gita I`m so happy to join in your class I HOPE my English is much better.

Hi m

2017-10-18 19:43:16 UTC

Hi Flora,

2017-10-18 19:52:22 UTC

Welcome to US. I like your name..flora. How do you like here? I am sure your English would get better with this course.i have taken few courses online , but this is the first course I am interacting with others while sitting in my home. I like it!
Wishing you best in future.
Farah.
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HI Stephanie,

2017-10-18 20:22:44 UTC

One of my favorite movies is Mission Impossible, starring by Tom Cruise.
from Kim Sieng

Hello Yanna,

2017-10-18 20:29:02 UTC

I'm Kim. Nice to meet you. I look through your post in this padlet. you have a beautiful photo. It's really interesting.

Fei Pan

2017-10-19 05:27:42 UTC

Hi, everyone! I'm so glad to join this class and meet all of you. I'm from China, an ancient amazing country with beautiful scenery and splendid culture, hope you can have a visit here someday.

hello

2017-10-21 06:46:26 UTC

Lina nice to meet you .This is Thet .I kill Korean food .if you don't mine please, share hoe to cook corona food.
I think you can sent link

Hello Claudia

2017-10-25 00:24:44 UTC

Hello FeiPan,

2017-10-25 00:29:31 UTC

I'm glad to join this class too. I'm from Vietnam and know your country has a lot of famous wonders and delicious food. I hope I can visit there someday.
Nice to meet you !

Hi every one ,

2017-10-26 01:19:17 UTC

My name is Marie Andar .
It is my pleasure to be member of this wonderful class .

Hi Stephanie and Teru

yuka_okumura_ca — 2017-10-27 05:36:27 UTC

I love Ding tea in Mira mesa and Boba Bar and Desserts in Convoy. Macha milk tea with Red beens is the best!! You should try it.

Hi Everone

ritachanwh1 — 2017-10-28 01:56:12 UTC

Hello ,

ritachanwh1 — 2017-10-28 01:57:08 UTC

My name is Rita, I'm from Hong Kong.

Hi~Kim

2017-10-30 03:38:07 UTC

Nice to meet you here！Thank you！The picture was taken in Mexico when I was diving，it was pretty fun！Do you like water sports？

Hi,Everyone:

2017-10-30 17:23:16 UTC

Nice meet all of you in online class. My name is Erin, I'm from Beijing of China. I have two kids,one boy and one girl. I like sports and cooking.