When The Sun Rises In The West

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Originally uploaded by Andrew Tweddle.

This is a common expression said in China for something that is not possible. A similar idiom in America would be, That will be a cold day in Hell, or When Hell freezes over. Another local American variation is, When pigs fly. Can you think of any others?

Don't Make Waves

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Originally uploaded by Eiko Leto.

The expressions "don't make waves" or "don't rock the boat" mean that you should not say or do something that would upset the local environment. If you shout and make a loud protest, you will very likely cause disruption and turbulence. These expressions are usually referred to in regard to any society or group situation, such as the workplace, politics or the family.

For example, someone raised in China told me about people getting into trouble if they speak out publicly against the government. That would be making waves.

Immigration: Los Angeles Protest

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Originally uploaded by alien shore.

U.S. immigration laws are a great controversy. Half a million people recently marched in protest in Los Angeles. It is best to immigrate legally. Organizations like AILF can assist you with legal immigration.

Seafood

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Originally uploaded by jmzz25.

Here we see two types of seafood. On the left we see fish, and the right we see squid. They look good and fresh. We cannot smell them from here. That is OK.

A Big Drink For Four

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Originally uploaded by juliaattack.

Here we see the drink is being shared by four friends. Drinking through straws looks like a good way to share.

A Big Drink for Two

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Originally uploaded by juliaattack.

Here is a really big drink. It is big enough for two thirsty girls to drink at the same time.

The Digit

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Originally uploaded by czech_beauty_miss_robyn

If someone gives you this hand signal, it probably means it is time for you to go away. Either you have already insulted her, or she has just insulted you. The common American name for this gesture is, "to give somebody the finger."

Party Time

There are almost a million pictures on flickr tagged "party." Here are five:
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A few good drinks get these pretty ladies in the right mood for a party.


This one with blue hair is having an private inner moment. Perhaps she is getting a good idea.


This looks like creamy icing from a cupcake going on to her neck.


Eat, drink and be merry! She is licking a really sweet neck. It tastes good, no doubt.

Shots of tequila will make your head spin. These girls really know how to party! I hope you are having fun learning to read English, or something like that. If not, then go out and have a drink or two, preferably with somebody like these lively people.

Photos originally uploaded to flickr by BitsySpanx.

Possible Misunderstanding

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Originally uploaded by joes2005.

This photo was tagged "stupid" at flickr, because the possible misinterpretation of the sign's message. Dairy Queen probably will not be able to hire two cheeseburgers now or any time soon.

One Room Schoolhouse

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Originally uploaded by cindy47452.

My apologies for not posting here for such a long time. I had sent an e-mail request to Google's Blogger support, asking if is possible to write in English typeface and Traditional Chinese language characters on the same page. I thought this would present an interesting way to show translations.

This picture of a one room schoolhouse is a symbol of the basic, simplistic approach I have set out with in starting this particular blog.

In the brief history of the pioneering of the United States small towns had the "little red schoolhouse." Often children of all ages would receive instruction in the one room schoolhouse.

It is probably like this all over the world. Learning has to begin somewhere, taking small steps.