Nihao, Hivers! It has been so long since my last post in this wonderful community. I kind of miss it, I must admit. Many things have happened, and I was in a bit of a life transition-specifically on the side of work. Now that I'm settling, I guess it is high time to write again and share about this one big life transition of mine.
Last October 2, 2023, I resigned as a public school teacher in the Philippines to participate in Taiwan Foreign English Teacher Program. This is a program launched by the government of Taiwan to bolster the English competence of the public-school students.
It was a bitter-sweet experience when I handed my resignation to Cebu Province Division Human Resource Department. I felt like crying while laughing. It was a feeling beyond my understanding until now.
After completing everything, I packed my things and was ready to take on this one rare opportunity. I felt anxious honestly not knowing what to expect, though I have undergone lots of orientations and pieces of training, I think nobody is prepared to pick his life and bring it somewhere else.
My flight was at 10:00 a.m. on November 11, 2023, so we decided to head to the airport as early as 3:00 a.m. because it was my first international flight. I was nervous actually. It was a smooth ride going to the airport, but my heart started to get heavier and heavier.
We arrived at the airport at 6:00 0'clock,took photos for remembrance. We talked not to cry but we were not able to hold the tears. Oh! how I hate goodbyes!
So much for the drama, I went inside the airport and waited for the check-in counter to open.
After checking in, I went to the immigration counter and then waited for boarding. I felt a bit hungry, so I strolled around to look for food. Gladly, I found one and grabbed a chicken burger.
I was in deep thought when I heard an announcement that it was time to board the plane. I immediately went back to reality and got everything ready- lined up and went inside the plane.
We took off on schedule which made me very happy by the way.
I chose to be seated by the window to see the amazing view outside. Everything was comfortable enough, but I couldn't help the tears falling from my eyes when the airport was slowly out of my sight.
This is where reality kicked in! I was about to go to another place where everything would be new and fresh!
The thought scared me for a while, but I knew by heart and mind that God is with me on this wonderful journey. With this in mind, I felt calm and by that time, the food was served and I all the more enjoyed it.
After eating the sumptuous lunch, I sneaked in a little nap and when I woke up, we'd already arrived in TAIWAN!
It was a smooth 2-hour flight! The school had an event when I arrived, and I was given the warmest welcome ever!
I can't wait to share all my adventures with you in this wonderful place. I hope to see you on my next one! See you around beautiful people! Ciao!
Wow, good to see you again maam @itsmetim . For sure you have a lot of stories to tell to everyone.
Oh, thanks @selflessgem ..You bet I have a lot! Thanks for dropping by.
Ampo and amping.
Amen!
Good luck on your journey po
Thanks for the kind words!
Wow I love it maam fat @itsmetim ☺️🫰. How I wish I can do it also 😁. Congrats for the new journey I know God is with you always.
Thanks a lot ma'am @richdreamer. It was a risk but I wouldn't have it any other way. Thanks for dropping by.
Will that be permanent work for you or just temporary?
That's a good opportunity, though.. good luck with your new endeavor.. enjoy being in a foreign land.. Taiwan has a lot of pretty places to visit 😊
Will sure do! It is indeed a wonderful country full of rich culture and amazing sights to behold.
That's a tremendous live changing opportunity, and it's great that you've taken advantage of going to one of the few countries Filipinos can travel to freely. I've been to Taiwan and the Philippines, and I know there's a stark contrast, so culturally it's a bonus, and Taiwan is like a first-world country.
All good wishes:)
Truly, a life changing experience! O couldn't agree more! Loving Taiwan so far! Thanks for dropping by @millycf1976
Congrats on your new journey po!
Thank you po!
So happy to see you reaching your dreams in life @itsmetim . God is so good in your life. Looking forward to reading more of your blogs about your new journey in Taiwan.
Thanks a lot @mommyjane. Indeed God has been always good in my life and I praise Him for that everyday. Yeah, will surely share all my adventures here.
Sobrang inspiring yung journey mo from Pinas to Taiwan. 'Yung mixed emotions mo sa airport, ramdam ko 'yun.
Napili po namin ang post na ito sa aming curation ng MCGI Cares Hive community. Nais po namin kayo na anyayahan sa aming community na nag aaral ng salita ng Dios. Maaari rin po natin i-follow ang aming Official Youtube channel. Keep doing the great job po ❤️
Maraming salamat po
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