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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.

Updates on Earthquake News

Posted on May 27, 2008 by connieinasia

               “How’s Little Flower?” my neighbors asked upon our return today from the vet’s.             “Getting better!” I said cheerfully.  “The vet said maybe one or two more days of treatment.”             The news today for my little dog was positive, … Continue reading →

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Dr. Q’s Greatest Love Animal Hospital

Posted on May 26, 2008 by connieinasia

               Early Saturday morning, as I swiftly walked through the open doors of Chengdu’s Greatest Love Animal Hospital,  I felt a wave of relief.  Little Flower, my Chihuahua-mix pooch, had been sick all night.  But now, soon to … Continue reading →

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Another Scare on a Worship of Prayer Sunday

Posted on May 25, 2008 by connieinasia

              Sunday late afternoon was bringing our city of tents to a close.  The city government sent police to chase public park campers away.  The Sichuan University campus was being vacated of everyone sleeping outdoors.   Many fearful residents voluntarily … Continue reading →

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A Sick Dog, A Sleepless Night

Posted on May 24, 2008 by connieinasia

                   Last night was supposed to have me in bed by 11 p.m. and a great sleep-in in the morning.  Instead, it was an anxious, restless wait for morning to come.  The reason?           Xiao Hua (Little Flower) was … Continue reading →

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Chengdu Residents, Go Home!

Posted on May 23, 2008 by connieinasia

               Thursday morning  brings China’s earthquake virtually out of the international news.                                                                                In the States, Sen. Kennedy’s  illness claims headlines.  Internationl reports now turn to poor Myanmar, whose massive relief aid waits entry into a country with … Continue reading →

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Note To United Methodist Communities

Posted on May 22, 2008 by connieinasia

                Although this website is openly read by anyone, I will just send a private note to those of you who are of the United Methodist Church, with which I am affiliated.             Now that things have calmed … Continue reading →

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Tents desperately needed, but will Chengdu residents give?

Posted on May 21, 2008 by connieinasia

               Chengdu residents today were quite pleased with themselves.  A pouring, all-night rain  showed their tent purchases, no matter how outrageous the price, proved to be money well-spent. Those who created their own makeshift wonders, stockpiled with comforts of home … Continue reading →

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“How Much Was Your Tent?”

Posted on May 20, 2008 by connieinasia

              Upon emerging from my apartment at 11:30 a.m. today,  I found that my neighbors had been quite productive that morning despite little sleep due to our midnight scare.   Elaborate makeshift dwellings had suddenly appeared.  Chairs, tables, sofas, mattresses, … Continue reading →

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A Midnight Madness; A Morning Lull

Posted on May 20, 2008 by connieinasia

              Despite bringing along important documents and overnight necessities, my midnight camping “trip,” along with the rest of Chengdu, didn’t last long.  I called it quits at 3 a.m.               All would have been quite comfortable outside had it … Continue reading →

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The Midnight Panic

Posted on May 20, 2008 by connieinasia

                         I think I can say, with relative accuracy, that the city of Chengdu, at least in my area, anyway, is officially in panic mode.  I must admit, however, that the growing crowd here in the open courtyards of … Continue reading →

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