A life-changing decision leads to travel, adventure and the most gratifying job she’s ever had
After working for 30 years as a legal assist-ant, I made a life-changing decision in 2014 to move to Europe, get out of my comfort zone and start a new career. What started as a six-month leave of absence became a brand new life for me. It was an experience that provided me with more confidence and a positive outlook on life.
I arrived in Prague in November 2014, during a grey and dreary time of year. Having no prior experience in teaching English, I began school right away, and four weeks later, I was certified in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). The job market in Prague is very lucrative for native English speakers. While enrolled in the course, the school’s office had many contacts for us. I applied to many of them as quickly as I could and ended up having two interviews lined up prior to graduating. I simply needed the certificate in order to start. There have been many Canadians who have travelled to Prague to take this particular course; however, I happened to be the only person in attendance this time around and began teaching two days after I graduated.
It was interesting to see the range of students I had in my classroom. There was a four-year-old girl who knew how to say “hello,” and that was about it. Then there was a 74-year-old retired doctor who knew enough to hold a conversation. The students I had between the ages of 16 and 30 all spoke English well and were hoping to learn or master a more conversational style of English.
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Day & Night
Clive Branson of Ottawa explains the fascinating psychological effect of seeing the same scene in daylight and then at night
BACK-ROAD ADVENTURES
Capturing the history and beauty of Quebec’s Eastern Townships in winter
A Very Merry Christmas
Waiting for the turkey to roast has never been so much fun!
BEAUTIFUL BERMUDA
This lovely island nation boasts friendly locals and incredible views
Room with a View
This window on the natural world brings a sense of peace and joy
Sled dog Salvation
Tracing the incredible journey of a musher from Edmonton who fled her abusive spouse with her dog team and made it all the way into Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Christmas on Display!
Unpacking and showcasing the family collection of Santas, snowfolk and village scenes is an annual labour of love
SOLITARY PURSUITS
Enjoying brisk winter days in the great outdoors
WILLIAM POPE: An Artist for the Ages
A tribute to Norfolk County’s Naturalist
The Intrepid OJIBWAY
The story of a man, and a community, who fostered a sense of pride and dignity for those to come