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May 25th 2013
Hey everyone! Happy friday in America! (it is saturday here) So after around 30 hours of traveling I have finally made it to Beijing! We got here pretty late last night but my professor was nice enough to get us all a ramen noodle type thing and some oreos so we could survive today while we were waiting for the rest of the people in the program to arrive. The japan airlines flights were pretty nice! The food wasn't terrible and neither were the seats. One strange thing though is they have cameras on the front and bottom of their planes, so during take off and landing they would show you what was going on outside! I guess it was cool but I said if you have a fear of flying it was probably your worst ... read more
Going Away and House Warming Party- Friday night
Published: May 25th 2013Asia » Hong Kong » Hong Kong Island
May 25th 2013
Friday night we had a little work party to say good bye to our co- worker Adeline who is heading back to Singapore next week and for my team to be able to see my apartment. Originally it was going to be a BBQ in the nice pool side/ BBQ area but with the weather, decided not to chance it and I rented out the Function room in my complex.... They provide glasses, plates, full kitchen, etc and they clean up afterwards- that was the nice part- I just had to bring the extra beer/ wine and food up to my place. About 22 people showed up which was good. I had ordered a ton of food from a nice gourmet shopping market in Hong Kong ( Olivers) - had veggie platters, antipasto platters, sandwiches, small ... read more
May 25th 2013
Since my last blog it’s been quite the opposite as it was before... I have been keeping extremely busy! In the days that followed I spent a great deal of time at the University and even got to assist one of the medical-surgical course instructors with her lecture. At the end of that week I travelled outside of where my home base is in Uttara and headed to Savar for an entire week. There was very limited internet access there, hence the gap in blogs. The name may sound familiar to you, as it was the town where the garment building collapsed. It is also the area where one of the most renowned Bangladeshi health facilities exists – CRP (The Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed). The centre opened in 1979 and is the only ... read more
It ain't easy being queasy in Delhi
Published: May 24th 2013Asia » India » National Capital Territory » Delhi
May 24th 2013
Having a down day to recover from a bit of Delhi belly. I've been somewhat fortunate, escaping any sort of troubles so far. We think it is because the malaria medication I take is also an antibiotic, while E's is only for malaria. Anyway, it always good to have day to relax. To read books, to write and to reflect on all that we've seen and experienced so far. Next up, the temple of love over in the eastern part of the country, will update in a couple of days.... read more
May 24th 2013
New hostel! I love it! It is right in, literally in, Wulan square :). It is also conveniently located just about a 8 minute walk to my favorite vegetarian restaurant in town :)! I slept like a rock last night (for the first time in over a week) and got up around 9 am. Even though the weather forecast said it was going to reach 90 degrees today, I was still set on going to the botanical gardens. I made sure to apply lots of sunscreen and packed my bags full for the day. I left around 10 and found a coffee shop around the corner that had a sign in the window saying "best coffee in hangzhou!" So i decided to give it a try. There is no such thing as drip coffee in China. ... read more
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May 24th 2013
In late April, I decided that my favorite pair of shoes were getting really broken down and needed to be replaced. There are several Adidas stores in Zhuhai, so I didn’t think I’d have a problem. Needless to say, I had a problem. I didn’t have any trouble getting to the Adidas store or finding shoes that I liked. Unfortunately, the largest size the store carries is a ten. I need an eleven. I went to a second Adidas store (conveniently located in the same mall) but I received the same answer. My next bright idea was to go to Macau: there’s actually an Adidas store in the small square just in front of the Ruins of St. Paul’s. (Some people probably find this tacky, but there’s a Dairy Queen located in the same row of ... read more
May 23rd 2013
May 23, 2013 (Chengdu) Thanks to all of you that helped me with data that we've been asking for about surgery center and clinic floor plans, equipment lists and vendors. We've made faster progress in some areas than we thought possible, so we're being pushed in negotiations to begin compiling these lists for procurement and budget purposes - a good problem, but tough to deliver the way I'd like to. I appreciate all the feedback from colleagues, friends and alumni!... read more
The Magnificent Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (need i say more!!)
Published: May 23rd 2013Asia » India » Uttar Pradesh » Agra
May 23rd 2013
Day 246 (Sat 11thMay) Today was probably the day I’ve most been looking forward to from a tourist perspective. I was going on a day trip to the city of Agra, home of the incredibly famous and 1 of the 7 manmade wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. My day started with another early morning send off. My train was due at 6am and Amy was due to fly out a few hours later so I said my goodbyes and headed off to the station to get my train. The station is only 5 minutes from my hostel at this time of morning, takes about 15-20 during the day as it’s so busy. It’s weird seeing the streets deserted, the rubbish is everywhere and the smell horrendous. There is an area down a little side ... read more
May 23rd 2013
I dont need any shots I have a pasport and japan doesnt require a visa from U.S. citizens. My trip starts on the may 23 and goes to the june 6. I found round trip tickets from DIA to TYO for $8,188. It will be spring like weather at that time so ill pack mostly light clothing. I while have a limo driver take me wherever I want for the entirty of the trip.... read more
Skills I've acquired while living in India
Published: May 23rd 2013Asia » India » National Capital Territory » Delhi » Qutub Minar
May 23rd 2013
Living in India is not always easy (who am I kidding its NEVER easy) BUT its nearly impossible to live here without learning to "man up." Here is a list of skills I have acquired thanks to my wonderful life here in India. I will say that none of these skills are things I would have thought I'd have when I was a kid, but here they are! 1) How to successfully eat all types of food (including rice) with my HANDS! :) 2) How to squat in the bathroom and remained balanced enough that I do not need to TOUCH ANYTHING for balance (trust me, in India being able to not touch anything while in the bathroom is an EXTREMELY useful asset.) 3) How to wear a sari! ... read more
