Saturday Photo Scavenger Hunt - Emotions
By Grace on Jun 14, 2008 in Saturday Photo Hunters
This week’s theme: Emotions
I took this photo of Pristine during our first weekend in Dubai. There was a program at the mall and being ever curious about everything, she participated. That time, she only spoke and understood Nihongo (Japanese language). Everything was new to her, the place, most especially the language. She spoke zero English and could not understand any instruction and simple conversations from the children around.
I can only imagine the emotions she must be having that time.
As a mom, I saw mixed emotions of confusion, anxiety and fear in this photo. I could not help but feel a little bit guilty of subjecting her to some kind of emotional torture when we relocated to a totally different place but I am amazed by how children adapt very quickly to their environment. We put in her school and almost instantly, she picked up words and sentences and day by day her English improved. Right now speaks fluent English even in her sleep! I can see that it has certainly improved her confidence and erased her fear and insecurity.
Oh she sure looks confused. But sweet as ever.
Maribeth | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Thanks for stopping by my blog! I look forward to your meme answers. I love the pics of Nagano, I only went there for a day for the Winter Olympics. The scenery was amazing.
You’re little sweetie does look confused but maybe you will meet up with a great group of Japanese speakers for a smoother transition.
Nice to meet you!
Delphine’s last blog post..Lavilin Deodorant Cream Eliminates Bacteria
Delphine | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Kids are so adaptable, but they really get their cues from their parents. Your willingness to jump into something new gives her confidence.
Desert Songbird’s last blog post..It’s All In How You Look at It
Desert Songbird | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Dawn @ Reflections by Dawn’s last blog post..Photo Hunter – Emotion
Dawn @ Reflections by Dawn | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Wonderful photos.
Happy Hunting. Hope your weekend is super.
Hootin' Anni | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Oooh, poor baby. She definitely looks lost and confused. I’m glad she has adapted!
Write From Karen’s last blog post..Saturday Photo Hunt - Emotion
Write From Karen | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
Poor child, she looks a bit out of her element indeed. On the other hand, kids get adapted with amazing speed.
Have a great weekend!
SnoopyTheGoon’s last blog post..Photohunt: Emotions
SnoopyTheGoon | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
I think you did a great service for her by allowing her to step up even if it’s scary. And look at how she is now.
Does she speak any Tagalog? We are also a mixed family.. My husband is Filippino and I’m Thai but my kids speak English. I know that some people think I don’t do a good enough of the job trying to teach them Thai.. Well, I tried. But life gets in a way.
Amy @ The Q Family’s last blog post..Take Me Out to the Ball Game…
Amy @ The Q Family | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply
what a precious little girl!
Waving from the UK…took a short trip to visit my gf and then picking up Malina at Heathrow and flying back to SWitzerland….
SabineM’s last blog post..Out of office Reply….look below for newer posts
SabineM | Jun 14, 2008 | Reply