Traveling by air usually makes me feel very anxious -But today, I was feeling “uncharacteristically calm” as I loaded my suitcase into the trunk of the car. I think I can attribute this to the fact that I am embarking on a journey to teach Hungarian 3rd graders about feelings, 5th graders about friendship, self-esteem. 9-13 will learn about character strengths (Making of a Mensch) gender, sexuality and healthy relationships. In America, children grow up learning the concepts I will teach this week, but they are rarely discussed in Hungarian homes, and certainly not taught in their schools. Besides, I have nearly 5 lbs. of Hershey chocolates in my suitcase.
Budapest, here I come!
