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Goodbye, Hamako
Mary in Japan

This was my first teaching assignment in Japan and I loved everyone of the kids and teachers at this school. It was so hard to say goodbye after only 3 short, quick months.

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One of my favorite Hamako classes

Hamako Staff

One of my all-time favorite teachers
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and he's an outstanding baseball coach too!

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Another Favorite Teacher

Ok, so maybe the photos got blurry because I was so sad at my Going Away Party. Or maybe it was the great Japanese beer and sake. Who knows.

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Speech and Recitation Contest

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Winners in My Book
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Two more of my favorite students

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Ya gotta love those boys.

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Ok, I love the girls too.

One tough Game
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These guys are winners!

Hamako Chorus Contest
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Hamako Arts and Crafts
These are mighty talented kids!

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Hand carved stamp
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"Hanko"

Yes, these are tin cans
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and they are functional!

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