Blogs from Haidian district, Beijing, China, Asia
May 2nd 2012
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/mychinastory/2011-07/14/content_12901877.htm True story from Beijing... read more
July 22nd 2011
Hello everyone! Right, straight down to business. Do I hate China? This is a question I find myself asking over and over again. And the predictably complicated answer is, I really don’t know. I certainly don’t hate the Chinese people, most of who are friendly and helpful. I have met some lovely people who are desperate for me to enjoy my time in their country. You smile and they usually smile back. So to help me answer my question, let’s establish what I DO know. I do know that since entering this Country my enjoyment of travelling has diminished considerably. I am now at a point where I am not having good days and bad days, or even good hours and bad hours, it has now reduced to good minutes and bad minutes. Someone smiles at ... read more
July 22nd 2011
Today we went to the Red Theater to see the famous broadway show, the Legend of Kung Fu. It is the most exciting Kung Fu show in the world.... read more
July 14th 2011
( wow )its going great! i,m having so much fun. First we landed in detroit, then we started look for something to eat. Everybody wanted chili's, so good. then we tried to exchange money in america but nobody was at the stand. So instead we went on the china plane. It was fun a lady named lisa managed to get us in 1st class it was fun. But when we landed we had problems, when we went to the hotel they said they did not get our reservation so instead we had to sleep in the hotel office. (omg) that was bad, i'm never doing that again. Then the next day everybody wokeup, and our China adventure began. So here are some of our 1st class pics. Much more to come. S. ... read more
July 11th 2011
Day 2 has been an adventure. First we had to change hotels because where we were staying only locals stay and that is not meant for us. Where we are now is a lot better. We have an enclosed shower. Which is the best thing ever. Only problem is it smells weird. My mom says they have a sewage issue. Thats an understatement. I didnt realize your not suppose to put toilet paper in the toilet. ( why call it toilet paper) You put it in the trash can next to the toilet. I guess a country of a billion people the system cant handle all that paper.... read more
July 11th 2011
Food is very interesting in China. We are forced to remember that we are not in America. We are in another country so the food tastes different. It's just different. We have been playing it safe and eating at the school canteen, KFC, McDonalds, Subways, Yoshinoya- a large Japanese food chain, and restaurants that have those delicious noodles in soup with chicken or beef and veggies which is great. So of course our taste buds are in shock and even those who aren't picky eaters are saying --- WHAT IS THAT? But overall the food in China is great! We love the spinning tables with everything in the center. It gives everyone a chance to taste everything on the table. And no there are no folks and spoons unless you're eating soup. We're in China. The ... read more
July 10th 2011
OMG!!!!!!! This is an interesting trip. I never thought in a million years I would leave the country. If I did I always thought it would be to Europe but instead I chose China and what a choice that was. So far it has been nothing but people staring and talking in a language I cant understand at all. The people are freindly but there language is not. I feel like a fish out of water flopping around on a hot ground. Confused as hell. The hotel that we are staying in is not meant for foreighners. Nothing seperating the toilet from the shower. So when you take a shower so does the entire bathroom. Very different but i can deal. No ice everything we drink is lukewarm but I can deal. Nothing is in english. ... read more
July 8th 2011
Off to the airport we go on Friday July 8, 2011. Come along and Blog with us. We hope you will join us next summer. See you on the other side of the World! In Beijing Haidian District!... read more
July 2nd 2011
Well i won't mention much about the actual meeting as it doesn't interest many! It was full of info but the jet lag made it hard to stay focused from 8.30 to 17.30 for 2 days. In the evenings we got to hang out with the other members of the meeting, from many different EU countries, as well as the Chinese students. I'm sure we must have plagued them with numerous stupid questions. But what i don't believe is that they don't go out that often, maybe only once or twice a month partying Really?! Now i do love the food here but not so much for breakfast, i'm more yoghurt/fruit person and not so much stir fry. On the last day we had a morning visit to the Veterinary School in Beijing. Loads and loads ... read more
March 25th 2011
Joshua Stahl Int395 Journal #3 Dear Journal, The day started off with a clear indication that our work was being followed up, as cold calls were clearly being made to America. Obi and I walked into the office, and heard one of the five main English speakers, Jack, in the middle of a phone call. The phone call began aggressively with; “Hello, I am a representative from a big Chinese shoe factory in China. Do you like Chinese shoes?” As soon as Jack hung up the phone, I immediately approached him with suggestions for improvement. Forgetting everything I learned about “face”, I asked him: “Jack, would you mind if I gave you a few suggestions?” And with a nod I continued, “Next time you are on a phone relax, and take a step back. China Supplier ... read more
