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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.

English Language Corner in China

Posted on September 5, 2008 by connieinasia

                 Two weeks ago, Jalin and I were watching the Olympics in my apartment.  It would be our last Friday together before I left for Luzhou and she was feeling a bit down.             “Do you want to … Continue reading →

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A Welcoming Wave Home

Posted on September 4, 2008 by connieinasia

                Six years ago, when I first moved into my little apartment overlooking the Yangtze River, I was too busy settling in to bother much with the outside balcony.  The security bars that jut outward to protect me … Continue reading →

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A Return To the Campus

Posted on September 3, 2008 by connieinasia

  I now have Internet connection to my home.  Here’s your long awaited update!               The first walk with the dog around our little college campus brought so many smiles and waves.             “Ni huilaile! (You’ve returned!)” greeted Little … Continue reading →

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Luzhou, We’ve Arrived!!

Posted on August 30, 2008 by connieinasia

            I have arrived back in my Yangtze rivertown, Luzhou!             Although I have so many tales to report, I am currently still not connected to the Internet.  I am using the office computer at the moment.  Little Flower is … Continue reading →

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Good News, Sad News

Posted on August 27, 2008 by connieinasia

               This morning, Little Ghost passed away at Dr. Q’s animal hospital.  I took her on an emergency run at midnight with Jalin at my side to his clinic where the intern and assistant were waiting for her.  … Continue reading →

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Moving to Luzhou:

Posted on August 26, 2008 by connieinasia

                          At this moment, I am about ready to pack up the kitchen items into boxes.             Yes, it’s time for the move back to Luzhou.  I’ve been working on the packing for four days and by tomorrow … Continue reading →

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Online Scams: An Olympic Tale of Woe

Posted on August 22, 2008 by connieinasia

                The scalper near the lion’s den (Beitucheng subway station) had me waiting off to the side while he went searching for a Cube ticket.             It was my second day at the Olympics and I was getting … Continue reading →

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At The Olympics: An Unusual Encounter

Posted on August 21, 2008 by connieinasia

              Although seeing the events was great, it’s the many people I met who made my Olympic trip worthwhile — the Olympic volunteers, the hotel staff, the spectators I sat next to and numerous others.               My most amazing … Continue reading →

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Men’s Water Polo at The Olympics: Go, Team USA!!

Posted on August 19, 2008 by connieinasia

             The water polo venue was located within the National Sports’ Center grounds.  This was a huge complex which held the national stadium, natatorium (swimming pool), and handball court.  It was a long walk from the Beituchen subway station, … Continue reading →

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Into the Lion’s Den: The Scalpers Territory

Posted on August 18, 2008 by connieinasia

               Despite my exuberance at getting a ticket on Saturday, I couldn’t help but wonder if I’d been too hasty.   I debated if I should have waited, or offered a lower price              That was before I surfaced from … Continue reading →

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