Category Archives: bilingualism

What about the bowel bird?

Posted on May 2, 2006 by franzie

Am I truly bilingual myself? Most people don’t realise that I’m not Australian when they first meet me. And that might be taken as a compliment on my English or the accent (or lack thereof) but every now and then … Continue reading →

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The End of an Era

Posted on March 21, 2006 by franzie

I’m mourning the end of an era … but I suppose that usually means the start of something new, which might be just as exciting (if not better), but right now I’m feeling grouchy! Ever since the birth of our … Continue reading →

Posted in bilingualism, English, kids | 13 Comments