Nach0 is correct, as far as I know. Both the program I used to work with and the one I just signed up for do not require any language knowledge beyond English. There should be some kind of training to help out— usually it’s about using materials that already exist, like circulars from grocery stores, to teach English.…

I love that point of view!!

I’m in rural SW Wisconsin— about an hour west of Madison. I’m hoping there’s a chapter in Madison or Dubuque.

It was all of our faults; don’t put the whole thing on yourself. But we can all think about what we’re going to do better now! Have you looked into places/organizations you can volunteer or donate to? Big Brothers/Big Sisters is one that I’ve heard is incredibly rewarding!!

I’m sorry to hear that <3 Are there certain types of situations you’re more comfortable in than others? Could you volunteer to do the record-keeping or organization for an organization you believe in, rather than be on the front lines? Best of luck to you, internet friend <3

For some folks who may be thinking about doing some volunteering but not sure how— in addition to tons of organizations that could use volunteers, there may be an ESL tutoring program in your area. I tutored a woman from Mexico for two years before I returned to grad school, and she went from speaking almost no…

Interesting! Thanks for the perspective and the info!

Even if it’s not a real thing in Britain, we’re making it a thing over here! At least Patrick Stewart thinks it’s a thing!

Hi British Friend~

I absolutely have guilt. I donated to Hillary, but I didn’t go to the local Democratic party office, I didn’t canvass, I didn’t phonebook. I am genuinely uncomfortable in those sorts of social situations, but I shouldn’t let that be an excuse anymore.

ElephantShoe2, that’s exactly where I am right now. Maybe some volunteering opportunities? But you’re doing great <3 Take care of yourself, too.

I added safety pins to my coats and my work sweater. I also intend to make them available to the college students who work for me.

I don’t know much about Ireland, but I saw this yesterday, and thought it was amazing.

Huge. Giant. Giant poops. Pooped Wednesday morning, and thought really seriously about taking a picture.

http://bossedup.org/send-your-thanks-to-hillary/

I’m not sure if she was the first of anything, but Tammy Duckworth won her seat in Illinois. But I keep checking just to make sure it’s really true.

It depends on your tastes, certainly. It is slow and British. That’sJustMyHair’s assessment that all the characters were obnoxious is not all that far off, but it’s based on a set of lovely books, and the main gist of the books is that the children are characters, in every sense of the word. However, the series feels…

Eeep, he’s cute! For sure!!! Also, he might be a few years younger.

Also, the Al Jazeera report you linked to is time stamped three hours ago. Jezebel does not have the same breaking news-type staff as a major news network or outlet. It’s entirely possible that they are going to cover this, and just are taking a little more time. It’s also likely that this here article on collard…

I don’t know *anything* about A Wrinkle in Time, but based on your and GinAndTonic’s description, my vote is for Milo Parker, who can currently be seen in Masterpiece’s Durrells in Corfu. He is incredibly cute in this.