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About connieinasia

I have been in the Asia region for 27 years as an English language teacher. A majority of those have been in China with the Amity Foundation , a Chinese NGO that works in all areas of development for the Chinese people. Covid stranded me in America for over 3 years, with China closing its boarders to returning teachers. In 2023, I was accepted into a new teaching role not in China but in Laos. Join me in experiencing this incredible journey into a different culture, a different language, and a different life.

Nearing the Year of the Rooster

Posted on January 27, 2017 by connieinasia

The Chinese Spring Festival, the Year of the Rooster, is January 27  and is nearly upon us.  My college’s Fall semester ended January 9, and finally, I find a moment to breath.  All I can say is:  What a crazy, … Continue reading →

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Sharing My U.S. Election Ballot with My Chinese College Students

Posted on November 8, 2016 by connieinasia

  The move to my new college campus, at the outskirts of Luzhou (loo-joe) city in Sichuan Province, China, brought with it a lot of changes.  New area of the city, new school  buildings, excellent classroom equipment and a  modern … Continue reading →

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The English Association’s Halloween Party: A huge success!

Posted on October 30, 2016 by connieinasia

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Back in China: Hectic schedules, Roasting runs, Unsettled Moves

Posted on August 27, 2016 by connieinasia

It’s been 3 weeks since I returned to China on Aug. 6 and pretty much, it’s been non-stop ever since. Leaving the States After entertaining Chinese visitors in Illinois, which was a rare treat, I didn’t have much time to … Continue reading →

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An Unexpected Culture Shock

Posted on July 16, 2016 by connieinasia

As a reminder: I arrived in the States on July 1st and have been enjoying time with my mom in my hometown, Marshall, IL. My return date to China will be August 6. The evening’s cool breeze was sweeping me, … Continue reading →

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The Ladies Who Lunch

Posted on June 30, 2016 by connieinasia

      Despite good intentions, looks like my days got away from me since the last posting. My vacation started 2 1/2 weeks ago but has included quite a few surprises.  The biggest one concerns the new teachers coming … Continue reading →

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And My Turn to Follow Up With an Essay

Posted on June 8, 2016 by connieinasia

Today is the second day of vacation for me, although the students are still taking their final exams for their Chinese courses at this time.  Dragon Boat Festival is tomorrow and the entire nation has been given Thursday and Friday off, meaning … Continue reading →

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My Mom’s Turn for an Entry

Posted on June 2, 2016 by connieinasia

Priscilla Wieck’s Column:   “Walk With Me” My mom, Priscilla Wieck, has been writing a weekly column for our local Marshall newspaper for 3 months now.  She has entitled it “Walk with Me” because of her daily walks around our small town … Continue reading →

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News Concerning the New Campus Move

Posted on May 28, 2016 by connieinasia

A former post was devoted our new school campus, with pictures dating from May 2nd when Peace Corp volunteer, Jackie Zubin, and I visited the site to check things out. We trekked by replanted sticks of trees, clamored over dirt … Continue reading →

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The Curtain Rises! Our Department’s Annual English Language Play Contest Dazzles All

Posted on May 17, 2016 by connieinasia

All last week, text messages were flying between the English language departmental staff (including myself and Peace Corp volunteer Jackie) and our English major students. “Are we on for Friday or not?” The 10th Annual English Language Play Contest was hovering over … Continue reading →

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