『GUEST』From One GSE Team to Another- Chris Carmona

From One GSE Team to Another

Chris Carmona

(The one writing this article is a team member of the GSE Team from the Philippines. Or so I think.)

What do I know about Taiwan? Just that it was a country north of the Philippines. And probably the country where Meteor Garden was filmed. Loved the series, by the way.

Imagine my surprise when Graham Wilson, our GSE Coordinator introduced us to a group of young ladies (yes, Delphine, that includes you) and told us that they were the GSE Team from Taiwan. And, although I can’t recall asking for their surnames (I didn’t want to give them the impression that I’m a stalker of some sort), I’ve come to know them well enough for me to give you, my dear readers, a delightful description of them coming from a foreign point of view. So here goes…

I’ll begin with the team leader, Delphine. First impression? Loved her voice. Sultry, sexy, and very much engaging. Coupled with a no-nonsense-look, a petite figure, and face that looks very, very good on camera (looks better in person, though), I actually thought she was a correspondent either for CNN or BBS. She did a good job keeping her team in rein during the entire duration of the GSE Program without necessarily depriving them of enjoying themselves during the trip.

Then comes Jessie. Pleasant, smart and witty. Always there with a smile on her face even when she’s sleeping (sorry Jessie, didn’t mean to stare at you at the bus). Level-headed and a great conversationalist, she has great command of the English language which will make you think she grew up in an English-speaking community. And, without offending any of her male fans, let me say that she’s very, very cute, but she looks extra-cute in her glasses (though I’d be glad if she won’t need them anymore someday). By the way, Jess, I really loved your hair.

Now for Jean. With a sweet demeanor, an innocent-looking countenance, and a natural grace about her, it makes you seem to want to keep her from doing anything more dangerous than breathing and walking. But don’t be fooled. She’s one heck of a girl who’ll try more things than I myself am willing to try (nice going on the trampoline, Jean). She’s a great speaker, by the way, and her English is very fluent. But from the way I’ve observed her during tour lectures, as well as when she’s conversing with someone (now, I’m starting to sound like a stalker), she can be a great listener as well, and she pays great attention to whoever she’s talking to. A good psychiatrist probably can’t do any better.

Next is my favorite member of the team, Herbie. Why the impartiality? Well, it’s just that I find it easiest to talk to her… I don’t have to crane my neck up very high when we’re chatting (sorry for the pun, Herb). But seriously, she’s really easy to talk to, and she has a way of making you feel important when she’s chatting with you. And here’s another reason why I’m fond of Herbie. She’s cute, she’s funny, and she’s got spunk, very much like a cute, funny, and spunky guy I know so very well. Here’s a hint: He is currently writing an article for the GSE Team from Taiwan. ^^

Last but certainly not the least is Yu-Ting. Among the team, she’s the one with most distinctive Taiwanese accent when speaking in English. Call me eccentric, but I like the way she delivers her speeches. It sounds both cute and sexy at the same time. With an adorable face, an inquisitive nature, and just the right amount of shyness, it seems like she’s a character who’s jumped right out of an animé (Japanese Animation) or manga (Japanese Comicbook) series. Closest character which I can compare with her at the moment is Haruhi Fujioka from the Ouran Host Club. And, since I hold animé women in a very high regard (I did tell you that you can call me eccentric), I meant this as a compliment in the highest possible way.

Well, that’s it. The five lovely ladies of the GSE Team from Taiwan. They did a great job in representing their country and I find myself strangely compelled to come visit that breathtaking country sometime in the near future. I hope Taiwan is as proud of them as I am proud to be called their friend.

Catch you later!

by  Chris Carmona