Chocolate is soooo last season

I have discovered the perfect manner in which to uplift my mood. Go to one of the numerous playgrounds. Sit on a bench. Wait. Within in minuets you will find yourself surrounded by tiny, adorable, albeit runny nosed Mongolian children. Actually surrounded is not a strong enough of a word ….. hmmm ….. ah yes, I know, engulfed. A living breathing blanket of Mongolian children will engulf you and for the moment erase any negative thoughts or feelings. This is also an excellent manner in which to practice your Mongolian, as the children are excited to hear you speak their language and will not hesitate to correct your horrific accent, all with out judging you. You become a super star for a moment, but what to do with that power??? I use it to explain to the kids what “HELLO!” means (a word they say endlessly upon seeing a white person, yet don’t realize what they are saying.) I also use my power to teach them three new English words: “AWESOME!” and “Peace Out!” (Because, really, who needs to know how to say “goodbye”????)