@ Mum That's great you were able to assoicate some if the places in the book with some of the places I've been, might have to borrow that book when Im home in the Summer and read it myself! xx
Glad to see you guys are enjoying the blog, it does take quite a while to get it organised especially with all the photos... so Im glad to to see it's being appreciated!!
Your Blog Elaine, I love catching up on your blog, OMG you must be having an amazing time, but you are so brave to do this all by yourself. I can't wait to hear about Australia and see your photos. Have a wonderful time, love from us all.
Vietnam Update Nice to get another travel update and to know that you are still having time to party!!! Photos are fab - must be great to see it all for real..............
@ Mum It's def a lot harder to keep blog up to date now that Im on the road again but I am trying!! Will do a Vietnam blog when I get to Aus in a few days and fill you in with all those stories then!!
Great to get an update from last 2 blogs as didn't know what was happening or where you were these past few weeks!!! Photos great too! Chat soon. Mum xxxxx
@ Eddie Yeah we finally got out..... just in the nick of time too, Im getting my visa and bus sorted for Vietnam today currently in Nanning, my Chinese Visa expires on the 1st, so really down to the wire with time!!
@ Fiona Yeah the outfit is great, I have bought a new skirt here and it's lovely with the navy top and tights too, actually had it on the night before last!!
Glad you got out! Hey.
Glad you finally got out. Lookin' forward to your next update/pics. New school looks fantastic. Been very very very very busy but will send class/new scholl pics soon plus mail plate to mom.
Be well & miss ya, Ed
Is this Bob/Walder? Hey still in China but I finish teaching next weekend then Im off travelling again. One or two places to see in China first, then Im heading to Vietnam, after that who knows?! How did your trip go?
Mc Garvey's in Phillie Im glad Im keeping you guys entertained! As for all my travel memories I can actually make my this travel blog into a book when I finish my travels which I am thinking of doing. However if I keep up these lengthy blogs it will be a HUGE book!!
Mum the Irish dancing is just hilarious I have 16 kids all basically hopping around the stage kicking their legs about following me, with some Irish music in the background. Also talking about riverdance they all keep calling this performance Im putting togehter "riverdance" not knowing the difference they just think it's all the same which makes it even funnier!!!
And anonymous messenger, do I know you this is the second time you've commented on one of my blogs??! And you seem to have faith in my Irish dancing ability... however that then makes me doubt that you do know me?!
love it Oh Elaine you are so funny, we are delighted you are keeping busy and it sounds like fun as well, it is going to be great to sit back someday and remember everything you have done, I guess it is going to be a different Christmas for you, have a good one and don't work to hard,
love from us all in Phillie
Will really look forward to that video but I'm sure it will go great. Bet you'll discover some budding stars that wiil be able to audition for Riverdance!!!
Hello to my namesake! Hi Mike, maybe google tells you when I'm online as we are long lost relatives or something!! Anyways glad you're enjoying my travel blogs, keep the dream alive and someday you just may make it to China.
Unfortunately I can't view your website as it is blocked by the Chinese government, it's just one more thing that is part and parcel of Chinese culture access to the many internet websites are restricted.
Response to John Smith Hi John, sorry for the slight delay on the response...yeah it is definitely a huge culture shock to say the least but think I am adapting fairly well. China is a weird and wonderful place and I am glad to be experiencing all these new things however far removed they may be from my own culture and as you say these memories will be hard to forget!
Hi there Elaine! I live near Seattle, Washington State, USA and have been following some of your travels. Google tells me when you're on the Internet. I'm an old guy and have been married 37 years.
I have always dreamed of going to China. Maybe someday. We have been to Europe, however. In the meantime I will enjoy your writing and pictures.
My garden is rather extensive. Check out my albums on Webshots.
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Best regards,
Mike
lol Looks like you are going through culture shock.. a large dose of it.
I think you'll be fine in due time. I had a similar culture shock in India but the Asian nations do have an appeal that can be hard to see but is difficult to forget.
Well I left Ireland on the 2nd of July 2010, so I have been travelling now for quite a while. I backpacked through Thailand, Cambodia and Laos for 2 months and I had an absolute ball. Then I set up base in China for 6 months to teach English. After that I was off again, I backpacked down through China for a month and then crossed into Vietnam where I travelled around for a bit. Finally I flew to Australia on April 12th with a one years working holiday visa. This is where the plan ends.... what happens in Australia and afterwards is completely wide open so whatever happens next is just all part... full info
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Great blog Elaine. Some of the places you mentioned are in the book you sent for my birthday! And Dash is REALLY cute. Chat soon. Mum xx