Monthly Archives: April 2012

I’ve Passed! The Yearly Health Examination Finished

          The visit to Nanning these past few days was a successful one.           Tuesday morning had me at the health clinic, my money and photos in hand for the 3rd time to visit in 3 years.              I was … Continue reading

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It’s Time for the Yearly “Foreign Experts” Health Exam

            Whether I stay in Longzhou this next year or head off for a new placement, one thing’s for certain:  It’s time for the yearly Chinese health exam, required for all new or renewed visas for foreign experts. (That’s me, by … Continue reading

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Bullying in China

          In my English Education classes, we’ve been talking about our US educational system’s hottest topics.  The one that has most recently hit the danger zone is bullying. It happens everywhere in the world, in all walks of life and … Continue reading

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When Little Dogs Leave Us – Barking in the Great Beyond

         “When little dogs leave us, they leave the biggest holes in our hearts.”            That’s what my friend wrote to me the other day.  She was trying to make me feel better because my hole currently seems unimaginably bottomless. … Continue reading

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Off to Nanning for the Weekend!

             It’s time for me to get out of town.  Our weather has turned warmer, meaning that the pool water at the Nanyuan Hotel will be at about the right temperature for spring swimming.  As mentioned before, most pools in southern … Continue reading

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I’m Back! Unblocked in China

         Some of you already know that WordPress (my blog website host) has been blocked in China for a year now.  I was having my friend in my hometown do my postings, which is why there have been so few. … Continue reading

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Once Again, Tomb Sweeping Festival is Upon Us

In America, our store aisles are already overstocked with Easter items. Jelly beans, chocolate eggs, bunnies, and lilies are being sold by the millions all across the country. But in China, a different kind of holiday celebration is overtaking us. … Continue reading

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