Spring EN066-01 Reading Workshop: JANUARY 31,12 APRIL SALAS Chapters 2 and 3

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

JANUARY 31,12 APRIL SALAS Chapters 2 and 3

We read chapters 2 and 3 on Mariquita, I can say I'm actually interested in the story and I can't believe I missed the first chapter but I will be making that up at home!

I like how Aunty Da is strong and very witty for a woman who is blind, how she does her daily dues and cooking too.

Mariquita and Eddie just come to show that guamanian's still have those secret relationships and we still get married young, I think it's a normal thing here in Guam.

But I can also say I was also interested in Mrs.Q' s story of her neighbor Tony and the termite infestation, I like how he was amazed by coconut husk burning and he actually had a small bbq pit but used it only for decoration. I swear I wanted to laugh so hard in class! Tony is an unforgettable character(person). Lol.

I also like how Mrs. Q told us about her story on her family being more civilized when her husband comes around, alot of our families do the same thing.

It's a great book Mrs. Q I can't wait for you to read to us again, even though it's like kindergarten but I love your reading voice it so goes with the story!!!!

2 comments:

Keiana SantosJanuary 31, 2012 at 9:45 PM
Thanks at least now I know what to read to catch up with you guys.. :)
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Luana SimmonsJanuary 31, 2012 at 10:49 PM
It is a great story. Can't wait for the next chapter!
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