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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.

The Summer Visit Ends

Posted on August 5, 2009 by connieinasia

                  It was a great 3 weeks back in my hometown, visiting with friends, family and settling Lao-lao into his new home with my parents.                I especially enjoy summertime in my small town due to the summer … Continue reading →

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Our Chinese Immigrant Finds a Home

Posted on July 23, 2009 by connieinasia

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 connieinasia

              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 connieinasia

              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 connieinasia

  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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Lao-lao’s Return

Posted on June 26, 2009 by connieinasia

              “We’re just so busy,” Chen Li, Mr. Xiong’s wife, said as I sat in the family’s small apartment.             The heat was terribly oppressive in their flat.  Sweat was pouring off of me, dripping down on Lao-lao’s little body … Continue reading →

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Xiao Lao-lao (Little Old) Visits Another Family

Posted on June 24, 2009 by connieinasia

               Over the past 5 months, our semi-toothless Chihuahua little brother, Xiao Lao-lao (Little Old) has had his home here with me and big sister, Little Flower.             During that time, he has transformed from a dirty, malnourished, frightened … Continue reading →

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The End of the School Year

Posted on June 22, 2009 by connieinasia

                Although our students are this weekend getting ready for their final exams next week, Friday for me signaled my last class with my Luzhou students.             August will find me in Guangxi Province, settling into my new … Continue reading →

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May Holiday Travel Stories: A Visit to Jason’s Village

Posted on June 10, 2009 by connieinasia

              The invitation to visit my former student’s countryside home came at just the right time.              Our weather in Sichuan, China was proving quite pleasant for travel.  The dusty bus ride needed to reach Ji Ke’s small village … Continue reading →

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Sichuan Earthquake Music Album Soon To Be Released!

Posted on May 31, 2009 by connieinasia

              Just a short blog for all of you music fans out there:               For those from the U.S., you are probably quite familiar with NPR, National Public Radio.             The staff of NPR was here in Sichuan last … Continue reading →

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