i have spanish class monday through thursday for an hour everyday.
and every single class hour, there is this small asian man with a cane that stands outside of the classroom, right by the door.
i think he had down syndrome.
i mean that in the least derogatory way possible; i mention it because i think it is essential information to this story.
anyways, so i noticed this guy a few weeks ago.
always just standing there.
listening.
repeating what our spanish professor is saying under his breath, very obviously trying to learn spanish.
in secret.
so yesterday, after class was over, he walks into the room, walks up to the professor and tells him how much he loves learning spanish from him.
outside.
in secret.
and says that he is the best teacher. and says, "i just wanted to give you this apple juice because you are the best teacher."
then says something in spanish, and leaves.
THIS GUY THAT HAS BEEN LEARNING SECRET SPANISH IN THE HALLWAY KNOWS MORE SPANISH THAN ME ALREADY!
which is great.
great for him, and great for my motivation.
i want to see if i can convince him to have a spanish show down with me at the end of the semester.
see who comes out on top.
i will keep you posted.