We just got done pruning 435 apricot trees up in the mountains. Eight Texans and two friends from Chengdu came out to help. It's the dry season out here so everything is brown. The weather was mild; 60's during the day and freezing at night. Enjoy the video!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Thursday, February 03, 2011
2 weeks
We have made it to mainland China! Woohoo! And we've been here for two weeks! Time is just flying by!
It was tough saying goodbye to family and friends, but we've been preparing to move on and start our life as Chinese students. Thanks to all who have been giving us support and love through our time of transition. We are so grateful!
The last two weeks have mostly consisted of apt shopping. It is not a renter's market right now, but we have been able to see some places that are suitable. We will be taking over our friend's lease for 6 months until we can find a place of our own. This is a huge blessing as we don't feel rushed to sign a lease that we don't want.
We start mandarin classes at the end of the month. We're excited to get a grip on the language and practice in the markets. And maybe we can begin to understand what people are murmuring and laughing about as they walk by us on the street :) We stand out like a sore thumb here. Laura has blond hair blue eyes, and I'm 6'3'', you could imagine.
We just celebrated the New Year and I compiled a little video for your enjoyment. Thanks for reading.
It was tough saying goodbye to family and friends, but we've been preparing to move on and start our life as Chinese students. Thanks to all who have been giving us support and love through our time of transition. We are so grateful!
The last two weeks have mostly consisted of apt shopping. It is not a renter's market right now, but we have been able to see some places that are suitable. We will be taking over our friend's lease for 6 months until we can find a place of our own. This is a huge blessing as we don't feel rushed to sign a lease that we don't want.
We start mandarin classes at the end of the month. We're excited to get a grip on the language and practice in the markets. And maybe we can begin to understand what people are murmuring and laughing about as they walk by us on the street :) We stand out like a sore thumb here. Laura has blond hair blue eyes, and I'm 6'3'', you could imagine.
We just celebrated the New Year and I compiled a little video for your enjoyment. Thanks for reading.
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