 The first day of class can be a bit unnerving, but it can be even more nerve-wracking when you don't even speak the same language as the teacher. I'm here learning English conversation. I liked the English conversation class because everyone was making jokes and it's fun. Sailors at Yoko's Gnaval Base take time out to teach local Japanese middle school students some of the basics during this one-day class. The favorite part about teaching is when you look in their eyes and you see the comprehension. When they smile at you and you can see that they have understood you and they're able to say back what you just instructed them. So, that's my favorite part. It was fun for me to visit the base and I'm looking forward to the next time. The base plans to host more classes like this one to help spread the word. Petty Officer Sonia Wickard, Yoko's Gnaval Base, Japan.