English as a foreign or second language

  • On being a conduit

    Yesterday, I was at a funeral service . My friend’s Dad passed away. We are all conduits of common grace. Paying forward. Hold that door that has just been opened for you. A guy I know ran into his English teacher at that funeral after 30 years apart while I guy I met also found me online after…

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  • She said No, but her body language said Yes. He said Yes, but his other language said No. How to figure it out? Context is key. Mothers love you your entire life, but never said “I love you” directly. Teachers who were mighty proud of their students’ achievement, but remained stern and strict behind thick…

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