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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.

Happy July 4th! (And Picture Postings from Last Week)

Posted on July 5, 2014 by connieinasia

Happy Independence Day! It’s been many years since I’ve been able to enjoy my small town’s July 4th celebrations with my parents. Plans for this evening will begin with hamburgers and baked beans, TV viewing of Washington, D.C.’s special concert … Continue reading →

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The Maiden in Distress Wins the Day

Posted on June 27, 2014 by connieinasia

Driving straight for three and a-half hours is a long time to go without a potty break, especially if you’ve just had 3 cups of coffee before starting out. But that is the predicament I found myself in last week. … Continue reading →

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Itineration Visits to the North and Central Illinois

Posted on June 24, 2014 by connieinasia

I’ve had a busy 4 days, enjoying great fellowship, food, and welcoming overnights during my drives to Mason City, Effingham, Brownstown and Shelbyville. Before I forget, let me post our pictures here for everyone to enjoy. Ping An (Peace)!

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Small town Recycling: “One Man’s Junk is Another Man’s Treasure”

Posted on June 22, 2014 by connieinasia

My mom and I have just now been on a mission while sitting on the back deck: Waiting to find out how many minutes it takes to get rid of a tiller cultivator. The motivation for this started the other day with the lawn … Continue reading →

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May 31 – June 15 Itineration Photos and Mini-caption Reports

Posted on June 15, 2014 by connieinasia

For those checking my website to see the most recent updates from my travels, here are photos taken at numerous presentations.

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A U.S. Dog Contest Entry: Wish Us Luck!

Posted on June 14, 2014 by connieinasia

Last week, I went for a trim at my hair stylist’s salon, Stephen’s. This was to ensure that I looked updated and preppy for my travels to our Illinois Great Rivers’ Annual Conference, which I attended last week. While lounging … Continue reading →

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Catching You Up: NYC and South Carolina

Posted on June 5, 2014 by connieinasia

I’m off again for a week, enjoying my travels around Illinois for presentations, so I felt I should do a little catch-up before leaving. Although I’ve been back in the States since May 9, it seems a shame not to … Continue reading →

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Part 2: My Memorial Day in Pictures

Posted on May 28, 2014 by connieinasia

Yesterday’s Memorial Day service had me driving my parents to the American Legion, where our American Legion Post 90 members hold their annual commemorative ceremonies for the public. My father is a Korean War veteran, having served from 1950-51 in the U.S. Marine Corp, … Continue reading →

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My Memorial Day in Marshall: Part 1, The History of Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2014 by connieinasia

Yesterday, I honored those individuals in the military (past and present) at my hometown’s American Legion post for our Memorial Day services. Today’s papers are full of articles and photos of others who also celebrated May 30th as I did. … Continue reading →

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A Great Memorial Day Poem

Posted on May 27, 2014 by connieinasia

I’ve been in my hometown for almost a week now after trips to NYC and several church visits in South Carolina. Before those reports, I’ll add something which is appropriate for today, Memorial Day. I submitted this article to our local … Continue reading →