Category Archives: China

Rainy Day

It has rained or drizzled most of the day today.  Something about today reminds of China. The temperature; the smell; the slow drizzle.  As I sit on my porch with my dog sipping tea this evening I can’t help but … Continue reading

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Now which way do we go?

“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” -Morrie Schwartz Months ago when several of my friends were on the breach of turning 40 they all began their … Continue reading

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I just want to buy a purse – not negotiate a nuclear arms treaty.

Arriving in Shanghai was like walking into another world.  I felt like a farm girl going to the big city for the first time.  Everything in the airport was so bright and shiny; the floor a glimmering marble and ceiling … Continue reading

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Leaving Hubei Province – Last Stop at the Tea Farm

“You never really leave a place or person you love, part of them you take with you, leaving a part of yourself behind.”  – unknown Today is going to be a busy day. Krisinte, Lilly, Hseng, Chen and I are … Continue reading

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Martha Stewart would be proud-And Mac & Cheese is a veggie!

Today is my last full day in Hubei Province. The time did go by fast but it has also felt like a lifetime. So many new experiences, new friends and new insight. Before I get into the activities of the … Continue reading

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Me love you long time. My ear-Not so much.

Today, Friday, I got to experience something I absolutely did not expect – a Chinese village medical clinic. Before I go into details, I have to say “Mom, Dad, Grammie, Papa, I am OK.”  Secondly, this is really long but … Continue reading

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Kung Fu Panda- Or Things To Do in China with an iPod, Dirty Clothes, and a Cold

Thanks to everyone who has posted such wonderful comments on my blog, Facebook, Flickr or via email.  I feel the love and miss everyone. Monday night we could see the full moon so we extended the Moon Festival one night.  … Continue reading

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Horses, cows, puppies and pigs – Oh My!

Today was a busy day – this is a long post. It was raining this morning and everyone was moving slow.  We stayed inside and did some stretching and slow qigong. After breakfast Chen said he needed to register Kristine … Continue reading

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A Night in Shanghai

I arrived in China around 1:30 PM. The fight was very long but not to bad.  I watched 3. 25 movies. Forgetting Sarah Marshall – funny; Kung Fun Panda – I am the panda; In Bruges – fell asleep 10 … Continue reading

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On My Way

Whenever I travel to Europe, I try to start getting up earlier a couple of days ahead of time to help me adjust ot the time zone.  China is 12 hours ahead of us so my Euro strategy wouldn’t be … Continue reading

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