Not everyones cup of tea.
Not everyones cup of tea 2012-2-5 Just as the title says China is not everyones cup of tea, and small towns and villages are even less peoples idea of a great time. When I would tell everyon back home that I was coming to China not just to visit this time, but to live for … Read more
Self, Sex, Bummdom
2012-2-5 Well, for some reason, today I have been totally bummed. Not sure why. Usually I can shake it off pretty easy but today I couldnt. So I turned to the one sure fired cure for glumliness(yes it is a word because I created it) watch a marathon of Sex and the City. No matter … Read more
Hello World!
Hello world! I am in China now, Kaifeng to be exact. I haven’t been able to post much of anything because the internet in our dorm is super slow and many websites that i use for my blog and travel updates are “blocked” here. (PS excuse the numerous spelling errors, i was typing fast and … Read more
Hello World!
I know it has been a while….6 weeks (not counting the 9/11 post) to be exact. I have been very busy with life in China. It has been no-stop since I got here on August 25th. In a very brief run down while on a brief slow down (with an internet connection) here is a … Read more
UA student receives Confucius Institute Henan Scholarship to study abroad : The University of Akron News
UA student receives Confucius Institute Henan Scholarship to study abroad : The University of Akron News. University of Akron student Shannon Anicas was not sure about returning to school at her age. If she had let her age affect her decision she would not have been the lucky recipient of the UA Confucius Institute Henan Scholarship, … Read more
14? Really only 14 days left until I leave? SWEET!
So as you can guess I have 14 days until I am on a long flight to China. Many have asked what do I do on such long flights, to which I reply “this will only be my third at this length”. But I kinda look forward to them. I mean you can catch up … Read more
20 days and counting…..
With only 20 days left until I start anew in a new land, I find myself growing restless. After yesterdays thinking with packing less is more, I went home and measured the suitcase I had. It was a 34″ one. So I went and found one I felt would not only force me to pack … Read more
A Pictorial Guide to Life in China | Sinosplice
A Pictorial Guide to Life in China | Sinosplice. OMG! This is laugh out loud funny and most of all TRUE!! So in dedication to my future roomy in Kaifeng and to our upcoming adventure. A Pictorial Guide to Life in China | Sinosplice. First off, I’d like to mention that China messes … Read more
Counting Down and Packing Up
Counting Down and Packing Up Well, after much confusion and changing plans I finally know when I want to leave – August 17 – for China. I have to be to Kaifeng by July 27 to join the rest of the crew going. I am planning on flying into Hong Kong and staying with friends … Read more
