Dropping Bombs and Obamas

So, all the kids want to know who I voted for. Naturally, I would tell them that voting is for squares and that I never vote. Haha, just kidding. But, seing as how they don't know words like 'square' or 'chump' or 'sucker', I tell them that it's personal information. I do tell them that I am suprised, however, at the results. Historically I am grossly incorrect in my predictions of the elections, this time was no different. The children are all excited about Obama. This was also a suprise to me. I remember not giving a flying Fuji about politics when I was thier age. Likewise, I don't know who thier prime minister is... I do remember Abe whatshisface, but that was a year or so ago. I could pick the Emperor out of a lineup but can't remember his name right now. Anyway the day is full of suprises.

Which brings us to point number 2 of the day. Eastern toilets, like the chopstick, are old fashioned and difficult to use. Similarly, I am dealthy afraid of dropping material onto my clothes when I use them, if you know what I mean. If at all possible, it is advisable for one to use the facilities at home. However occasionally, you have to do your business at school. For those who don't know, the Eastern toilet is essentially a hole in the ground that flushes. Nothing to sit on nothing to grab a hold of. Using your imagination, you can understand why I am paranoid about having dirty pantlegs.

Today I was faced with such a challenge. It seemingly went off without a hitch, but you can never tell. I felt confident in my appearance untill class, 30 minutes later, wherein a student began to laugh and point wildly at my my lower leg region. Normally, I can't be embarrased by my students (I will tell you the detials of this necessary emotional fortitude another time), but, had I entered a classroom sporting a fecal decal, I don't know what I'd do to save face.

The other teacher soon translated what the children were saying just as I was beginning to pour sweat. Turns out, my socks have holes in them (remember no shoes indoors). I turned this into part of today's lesson, "Does and Doesn't". Please fill in the blank.

Does Ben need new socks? Yes he _____.

[ Does Ben have poopy pants? No he doesn't. Thank god!]