Monthly Archives: July 2009

Our Chinese Immigrant Finds a Home

Posted on July 23, 2009 by

It’s been a busy week-and-ahalf back here in America.  This is one reason why my slow response in blogging.  An article I sent to my local newspaper appeared before my arrival, outlining Lao-lao’s story, in the hopes of helping my hometown … Continue reading →

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Arrival In Shanghai: The Second Time Around

Posted on July 9, 2009 by

              The Shanghai Airport is one which has a bit more class than our little Chengdu city’s out-of-town landing pad.             I learned that in a hurry upon my arrival here last week to drop off Lao-lao into the … Continue reading →

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One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure

Posted on July 7, 2009 by

              This morning, Little Flower and I took a final walk around the campus of  Luzhou Vocational and Technical College before leaving for Chengdu.              Cruising by the empty dormitories, I was met by quite a sight:  A huge … Continue reading →

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Leaving Luzhou: The Last Hurrah . . . Sort Of

Posted on July 6, 2009 by

  The 2-Week Whirlwind Ride               These past 2 weeks of leaving Luzhou have been a whirlwind.  I entitle them “The Last Hurah,” although they actually aren’t exactly the finalized steps of saying goodbye yet.             The first week … Continue reading →

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