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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.

Tales of My Absence and Olympic Ceremony Countdown!

Posted on August 8, 2008 by connieinasia

  Tales of My Absence                       The rain poured down last night in buckets, just at the moment I was about to head out the door to pick up Little Flower from her babysitter’s home.  I’d have gone earlier … Continue reading →

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Returning to China

Posted on August 5, 2008 by connieinasia

                In 20 minutes, I will be once again heading back to my Chengdu apartment in China.   The Olympic Torch has already cruised by my neighbors’ homes and I’m sure they were outside to watch it pass just a few … Continue reading →

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Master Painter Mr. Ferris and Our New Dove Family

Posted on July 30, 2008 by connieinasia

  As I headed out the door last week for my usual 1-hour public pool swim at 7:45 a.m., I didn’t expect anyone else to be out-and-about at that time except my parents. But sure enough, there was 84-year-old Bob … Continue reading →

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Smalltown Life in Marshall: Historical Buildings and Service for Marshall Seniors

Posted on July 24, 2008 by connieinasia

  Brief Marshall History: Marshall, Illinois, was founded in 1835 by two individuals (William B. Archer and Joseph Duncan, who later became the Governor of Illinois), the land being purchased for $200. The town’s claim to fame is the fact … Continue reading →

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Our Band Concert Brings a Surprising Touch of China

Posted on July 21, 2008 by connieinasia

    Note:  Because I have a number of Chinese readers, I’m including bits of smalltown American lifestyle for them to enjoy.  Enjoy, Chinese readers!               When you live in a small Midwestern town of 3,000, there are always a few places in … Continue reading →

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From Illinois: Mamma Dove

Posted on July 16, 2008 by connieinasia

            "Now, there’s something you have to know about the porch," my mother told me as we waited in the Indianapolis Airport for my luggage to arrive.              As always, last Saturday morning my great parents came to pick … Continue reading →

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A Return To The States: A Big Bang Send-off

Posted on July 11, 2008 by connieinasia

             Tomorrow, I will be returning to America for three weeks in order to apply for a Chinese work visa.  These visas can only be given outside of the country, thus the return to the States.              Being a … Continue reading →

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A Visit To Huaxi Hospital to Visit Jason’s Sister

Posted on July 9, 2008 by connieinasia

                I eagerly waited for a pick-up after dialing the number Jason (Li Ke) had given me.  It was his mother’s cell phone number, the only way I could contact her as she was staying with her daughter in … Continue reading →

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A Successful Flea Market Shopping Venture

Posted on July 8, 2008 by connieinasia

                          Today was probably not the best day to go gift shopping for my American friends.              The bright sun roasted everyone, with temperatures hitting the 90s once again and the swimming pool crowded with those wanting to cool … Continue reading →

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An End-of-Term Party

Posted on July 6, 2008 by connieinasia

               The past three days has had me busy preparing for a class party.             At the end of every term, I think it’s a nice idea to have a gathering of my classmates in my home as a … Continue reading →

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