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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.

Watching the 2013 Westminster Dog Show

Posted on February 16, 2013 by connieinasia

            No one can deny that Americans are great animal lovers.  My Chinese colleagues, friends and students were always amazed how Little Flower played such a vital role in my overseas’ life.              When they visited, they’d gaze in wonder … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year: Embrace the “Fu” (Happiness); Beware the “Weixian” (Danger)

Posted on February 10, 2013 by connieinasia

          China being 13 hours ahead of us here in Illinois, it’s an early Saturday night in Asia with families beginning celebrations for Spring Festival Eve festivities.  Houses have been cleaned all day to welcome in the new year … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year Tidbits

Posted on February 6, 2013 by connieinasia

Yes, it’s that time of year again!  Chinese New Year is nearly upon us, with Chinese all over the world enjoying the special festivities of their longest holiday of the year.   February 9th  (Saturday) marks the eve of Chinese New … Continue reading →

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Teacher and Student, Reunited After 21 Years

Posted on February 2, 2013 by connieinasia

The Shanghai Airport was crowded when I exited the arrival gate for domestic flights.  So many people were standing about, holding signs for passengers or anxiously peering at faces to find  loved ones. When I usually land in Shanghai, I … Continue reading →

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Leaving for the States

Posted on January 11, 2013 by connieinasia

            This is a note to say that I’ll be heading off to Chengdu soon, eventually returning to the States to spend time with my parents.  I will not have access to my website until then, toward the end of … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Potluck Dinner of Jubilation

Posted on January 11, 2013 by connieinasia

        Although Christmas is far behind us, I can’t help but add this note about our last choir gathering for the year 2012.           As is tradition, the choir had a potluck at the church on December 25th to celebrate all … Continue reading →

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Back for 2013! Reports of 2012 Holiday Celebrations

Posted on January 9, 2013 by connieinasia

           After 10 days away for a wedding and some R&R in the city of Chengdu, I am back in Luzhou to close off the school year.  Our college students will be taking their finals for the next 2 weeks … Continue reading →

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2012 in Review: Report via WordPress

Posted on January 8, 2013 by connieinasia

               Before heading into my first 2013 post, I would like to thank all of you for keeping up with my website for 2012.  Curious to learn who’s been reading and which stories received the most readership?  I certainly … Continue reading →

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Reports of Christmas Put on Hold for . . .A Wedding!

Posted on December 27, 2012 by connieinasia

            I’m sorry to say that Christmas reports and photographs of a wonderful Chinese church worship service will have to wait until later.  It’s going on midnight at present and tomorrow morning, after giving my last oral exam,  I’m taking off for … Continue reading →

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Coming Up to Christmas Day

Posted on December 24, 2012 by connieinasia

          With the countdown to Christmas Day comes bits and pieces of the last few days.  Let me fill you in on the happenings from along the Yangtze River.  Choir Rehearsals in Full Swing          From the last entry, you are … Continue reading →

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