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Date: 26th April 2012
A Touching Tribute
What a lovely message you provided for those of us who knew your grandma as well as those who did not. It was specific to her yet universal in the idea that we all long for and have, in some way, a continued connection with those who have passed on. Your words remind us of how important that connection is and how grateful we are to have it.
From Blog: An Open Letter to Grandma Ruth
A Touching Tribute
What a lovely message you provided for those of us who knew your grandma as well as those who did not. It was specific to her yet universal in the idea that we all long for and have, in some way, a continued connection with those who have passed on. Your words remind us of how important that connection is and how grateful we are to have it.
From Blog: An Open Letter to Grandma Ruth
Date: 15th April 2012
My son does not appreciate the U.S. and takes our freedoms for granted...
so after college he moved to Asia where he teaches English until he goes to law school. I'm hoping that he finds out that life isn't so free elsewhere. In May 2009 I took my Mom, sister, and son to China where my parents were missionaries from 1947-1949. I took her to Minxian where they lived. The city was totally changed. And we attended the church in Shanghai which she had attended. The church was the same other than the congregation was all international as Chinese were prohibited from attending. I hope you have time to read my blogs about our trip.
From Blog: All Creatures of Our God and King
My son does not appreciate the U.S. and takes our freedoms for granted...
so after college he moved to Asia where he teaches English until he goes to law school. I'm hoping that he finds out that life isn't so free elsewhere. In May 2009 I took my Mom, sister, and son to China where my parents were missionaries from 1947-1949. I took her to Minxian where they lived. The city was totally changed. And we attended the church in Shanghai which she had attended. The church was the same other than the congregation was all international as Chinese were prohibited from attending. I hope you have time to read my blogs about our trip.
From Blog: All Creatures of Our God and King
Date: 15th April 2012
Inspiring observations
It really would be interesting to know what other people were thinking and feeling at your wonderful concert. But, I guess that the houghts that people had were private thoughts. Just think though how that concert inspired people to enjoy the life that is all around them and helped them see the joy in their lives. I will bet that many felt lucky to be there just as you did.have a good week! Love, Aunt Tudy
From Blog: All Creatures of Our God and King
Inspiring observations
It really would be interesting to know what other people were thinking and feeling at your wonderful concert. But, I guess that the houghts that people had were private thoughts. Just think though how that concert inspired people to enjoy the life that is all around them and helped them see the joy in their lives. I will bet that many felt lucky to be there just as you did.have a good week! Love, Aunt Tudy
From Blog: All Creatures of Our God and King
Date: 4th April 2012
What City are you IN?
Merritt, Read your article with delight. I am so happy that you are 'home' in the US and that I can visit with you via Skype much easier, time wise, than when you were in China. We all have our preferences as where we want to spend time BUT I am so glad that you chose to come back to the US so that I can visit with you, off and on, in person. Look forward to seeing you this summer. GB
From Blog: Blast from the Past
What City are you IN?
Merritt, Read your article with delight. I am so happy that you are 'home' in the US and that I can visit with you via Skype much easier, time wise, than when you were in China. We all have our preferences as where we want to spend time BUT I am so glad that you chose to come back to the US so that I can visit with you, off and on, in person. Look forward to seeing you this summer. GB
From Blog: Blast from the Past
Date: 4th April 2012
Impressive achievements
Thanks for sharing the thoughts about your past, present and future journeys. You have accomplished so much on such a short time. While we are all so proud of you, just imagine the pride that Grandma Ruth has as she follows you around the world. The lessons that she shared with you during your whole life are helping you shine to others and most importantly to yourself. I am so proud of you! Love, Aunt Tudy
From Blog: Blast from the Past
Impressive achievements
Thanks for sharing the thoughts about your past, present and future journeys. You have accomplished so much on such a short time. While we are all so proud of you, just imagine the pride that Grandma Ruth has as she follows you around the world. The lessons that she shared with you during your whole life are helping you shine to others and most importantly to yourself. I am so proud of you! Love, Aunt Tudy
From Blog: Blast from the Past
Date: 21st March 2012
Reversed culture shock...
I lived extended periods overseas so I know what you are talking about. It i sreally embarrasing to have to read fast food restaurant meues before ordering your meal! I just ran across your blog and remembered I had read them when you vacationed in Thailand, and then read many before that. However, I didn't subscribe so lost track. I have just clicked the Recommend button so that I will receive your future blogs...which you state you will continue producing, including future trips to China. I am also nominating you for Blogger of the Week.
From Blog: Dream of the Middle Kingdom
Reversed culture shock...
I lived extended periods overseas so I know what you are talking about. It i sreally embarrasing to have to read fast food restaurant meues before ordering your meal! I just ran across your blog and remembered I had read them when you vacationed in Thailand, and then read many before that. However, I didn't subscribe so lost track. I have just clicked the Recommend button so that I will receive your future blogs...which you state you will continue producing, including future trips to China. I am also nominating you for Blogger of the Week.
From Blog: Dream of the Middle Kingdom
Date: 20th March 2012
Reverse culture shock...
I remember having to study the menus at the fast food restaurants before I placed my order. Anyway, you promised you wouldn't end your blog. What can you promise by way of future blogs?
From Blog: Dream of the Middle Kingdom
Reverse culture shock...
I remember having to study the menus at the fast food restaurants before I placed my order. Anyway, you promised you wouldn't end your blog. What can you promise by way of future blogs?
From Blog: Dream of the Middle Kingdom
Date: 16th November 2011
Thank you for visitIng Thailand.
Sawasdee krup. I've just read your trip story.I like it. Hope you visit Thailand again. The north of Thailand is also good. There are also many beautiful beaches in the south like koh lipe,railay beach,similan. Thanks again. Khop khun krup
From Blog: The King and I
Thank you for visitIng Thailand.
Sawasdee krup. I've just read your trip story.I like it. Hope you visit Thailand again. The north of Thailand is also good. There are also many beautiful beaches in the south like koh lipe,railay beach,similan. Thanks again. Khop khun krup
From Blog: The King and I
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From Blog: Election Day 11/04/2008
Date: 24th September 2011
Open Minded Life Interpretation
A very uplifting discovery you've made during life's journey. You have discovered at your young age what many of us with many more years into that journey have entirely not recognized or only partially understood. I would be one of the latter. I think your discovery is due to maintaining an open minded interpretation of life's events. Thank you for sharing this revelation in your blog.
From Blog: Dirt
Open Minded Life Interpretation
A very uplifting discovery you've made during life's journey. You have discovered at your young age what many of us with many more years into that journey have entirely not recognized or only partially understood. I would be one of the latter. I think your discovery is due to maintaining an open minded interpretation of life's events. Thank you for sharing this revelation in your blog.
From Blog: Dirt
Date: 1st September 2011
Finally, A young woman fair got her own scooter, congratulations!
"An American beauty" got her own scooter, she became freer than ever. I would like to make a nickname for your scooter. how about "Black Pretty" for him? I think it will be good match with "an American Beauty". It will depend on you. :):):) In your living district, Chagoyangguo(朝陽區), my 8 year-ago-student is living there to study a Chinese economy and law. a weeks ago, I met her in DAEGU city downtown. she is on summer vacation. soon or later, she will back to her college in Beijing. I had 6 princesses who I taught 8 years ago, she is one of six princesses. now she become a college woman in Beijing, China. she gave me a soft brown sweater in harmony with this coming Autumn. thanks to her, Four princesses except for two princesses reunited in Daegu city downtown. we had a good dinner in korean restaurant with all together. It was good time. I hope "A young woman fair" will find a elusive and strong helmet as soon as possible. Take a good of yourself in the crowded Middle Kingdom city, Beijing. P.S. I loaded a new article in my blog, if you possible, please leave your comments or your evaluation about my articles.
From Blog: Merrittlocks and the Three Scooters
Finally, A young woman fair got her own scooter, congratulations!
"An American beauty" got her own scooter, she became freer than ever. I would like to make a nickname for your scooter. how about "Black Pretty" for him? I think it will be good match with "an American Beauty". It will depend on you. :):):) In your living district, Chagoyangguo(朝陽區), my 8 year-ago-student is living there to study a Chinese economy and law. a weeks ago, I met her in DAEGU city downtown. she is on summer vacation. soon or later, she will back to her college in Beijing. I had 6 princesses who I taught 8 years ago, she is one of six princesses. now she become a college woman in Beijing, China. she gave me a soft brown sweater in harmony with this coming Autumn. thanks to her, Four princesses except for two princesses reunited in Daegu city downtown. we had a good dinner in korean restaurant with all together. It was good time. I hope "A young woman fair" will find a elusive and strong helmet as soon as possible. Take a good of yourself in the crowded Middle Kingdom city, Beijing. P.S. I loaded a new article in my blog, if you possible, please leave your comments or your evaluation about my articles.
From Blog: Merrittlocks and the Three Scooters
Date: 19th August 2011
Chinese actions a
On web surfing to yahoo in today morning, I hit the wild brawl video clip. It looked too terrible. Basketball palyers of two nations exchangeed blows in the court. the goodwill game between America and China is turned to noisy quarrel. according to news Your Vice President, Joe Biden is on visiting Bejing China. after the credit rating of your country downgraded, Chinese government might has much complaint in US government's reactions. In the Soth korean penninsula,from Aug.16th to the end of this month, the joint military training between South korean forces and US foreces is opreating against North Korea. in this term, World championships of IAAF will be held in Dae-gu city,SoKo. It is very inharmonic situation. A week ago, North korean artilleries fired away to South Korea areas(NLL) of the west sea. I felt very nervous. I carefully expect that the situation of te Korean peninsula will be getting worse and worse. NO More War in the Koran peninsula! Everlasting Peace In the world.
From Blog: Same Old, Same Old?
Chinese actions a
On web surfing to yahoo in today morning, I hit the wild brawl video clip. It looked too terrible. Basketball palyers of two nations exchangeed blows in the court. the goodwill game between America and China is turned to noisy quarrel. according to news Your Vice President, Joe Biden is on visiting Bejing China. after the credit rating of your country downgraded, Chinese government might has much complaint in US government's reactions. In the Soth korean penninsula,from Aug.16th to the end of this month, the joint military training between South korean forces and US foreces is opreating against North Korea. in this term, World championships of IAAF will be held in Dae-gu city,SoKo. It is very inharmonic situation. A week ago, North korean artilleries fired away to South Korea areas(NLL) of the west sea. I felt very nervous. I carefully expect that the situation of te Korean peninsula will be getting worse and worse. NO More War in the Koran peninsula! Everlasting Peace In the world.
From Blog: Same Old, Same Old?
Date: 29th July 2011
Love is a root of life
I think YOU played the pipe organ awesomely and gracefully. Thumbs up! YOU with your Nick, the wonder dog in this year made me recall you with your Nick on Christmas day, 2009. I hope that the Love between YOU and Nick will be everlasting. I think so, Nothing better than family. I will apply to Fulbright Programme of USA on next month. if my application will be succeed in Fulbright programme. I will have a scholarship to go to Austin, Texas to train my English skills. :):) SEOUL is attacked again by water. many people died or hurt due to flooding and some landslide in SEOUL.
From Blog: Escape to the (not so) Wild West
Love is a root of life
I think YOU played the pipe organ awesomely and gracefully. Thumbs up! YOU with your Nick, the wonder dog in this year made me recall you with your Nick on Christmas day, 2009. I hope that the Love between YOU and Nick will be everlasting. I think so, Nothing better than family. I will apply to Fulbright Programme of USA on next month. if my application will be succeed in Fulbright programme. I will have a scholarship to go to Austin, Texas to train my English skills. :):) SEOUL is attacked again by water. many people died or hurt due to flooding and some landslide in SEOUL.
From Blog: Escape to the (not so) Wild West
Date: 4th July 2011
Water bombs were dropped in Seoul, Korea.
Due to heavy rains in Seoul, some lower bridges in the Han river in Seoul were blocked to traffic. some subway stop were leaking. :):):) 88 Chinese travellers enjoying cruise in the Han river were isolated by floods of rain. fortunately, they are all rescued. according to news, they enjoyed a party in the restaurant on a cruise vessel, although it was heavy rain. I enjoyed watching rain drops with sitting on my chair in my room. I can feel the cool and fresh air. from some weeks before, koreans suffered drought and boiling hot. to korean, this water bombs is present of the nature.
From Blog: Water World
Water bombs were dropped in Seoul, Korea.
Due to heavy rains in Seoul, some lower bridges in the Han river in Seoul were blocked to traffic. some subway stop were leaking. :):):) 88 Chinese travellers enjoying cruise in the Han river were isolated by floods of rain. fortunately, they are all rescued. according to news, they enjoyed a party in the restaurant on a cruise vessel, although it was heavy rain. I enjoyed watching rain drops with sitting on my chair in my room. I can feel the cool and fresh air. from some weeks before, koreans suffered drought and boiling hot. to korean, this water bombs is present of the nature.
From Blog: Water World
Date: 3rd May 2011
memory
LOL. Love your blog! They say once you’re trained in BJ, everywhere else is trivial in comparison. Your story reminds me of 80s when I was a little kid (less than 10) in BJ (Chao Yang – Dong Cheng Districts), I did the same thing over and over again everyday in a bus on my way to school and back home – 3 short stops. The scene was almost the same. Once my Mom bought me this really fancy winter hat and a really flashy men’s leather belt – all were absolutely top of the line at a time. At the end of a Bus “War” after I arrived home in a busy day, I only fought out that both my hat AND my belt were mystically “gone” ( must be inside that d*** bus ! ). “Your belt also??!!”, my Mom was in total disbelief. “Yeah Mom, the belt also…”, I was almost crying… lmao.
From Blog: Riding the Rails
memory
LOL. Love your blog! They say once you’re trained in BJ, everywhere else is trivial in comparison. Your story reminds me of 80s when I was a little kid (less than 10) in BJ (Chao Yang – Dong Cheng Districts), I did the same thing over and over again everyday in a bus on my way to school and back home – 3 short stops. The scene was almost the same. Once my Mom bought me this really fancy winter hat and a really flashy men’s leather belt – all were absolutely top of the line at a time. At the end of a Bus “War” after I arrived home in a busy day, I only fought out that both my hat AND my belt were mystically “gone” ( must be inside that d*** bus ! ). “Your belt also??!!”, my Mom was in total disbelief. “Yeah Mom, the belt also…”, I was almost crying… lmao.
From Blog: Riding the Rails
Date: 28th April 2011
Your story touched me again
Children stood closer to God and wisdom than did adults, as in William Wordworth's(1770-1850) "The life of a wise man is most extemporaneous, for he lives out of an eternity ahta includes all time. He is a child each moment and reflects wisdom. The far darting thought of the child's mind tarries not for the development of manhood; it lightens itself, and needs not draw down lightning from clouds" from [The dial(July 1840) 120] written by Henry David Thoreau. He wrote in the last paragraph of the "where I Lived, and What I Lived For" chapter: " I have always been regretting that I was not as wise as the day I was born." Good speed to your life in Beijing! your reader in Dae-gu city, SoKo. :) I have been reading Thoreau's book, Walden and Thoreau's collected Essays and Poems in every night time before falling on sleep. Reading these books is somewhat difficulty for me due to some Latin words. :) but my reading is carried on.
From Blog: An Open Letter to Grandma Ruth
Your story touched me again
Children stood closer to God and wisdom than did adults, as in William Wordworth's(1770-1850) "The life of a wise man is most extemporaneous, for he lives out of an eternity ahta includes all time. He is a child each moment and reflects wisdom. The far darting thought of the child's mind tarries not for the development of manhood; it lightens itself, and needs not draw down lightning from clouds" from [The dial(July 1840) 120] written by Henry David Thoreau. He wrote in the last paragraph of the "where I Lived, and What I Lived For" chapter: " I have always been regretting that I was not as wise as the day I was born." Good speed to your life in Beijing! your reader in Dae-gu city, SoKo. :) I have been reading Thoreau's book, Walden and Thoreau's collected Essays and Poems in every night time before falling on sleep. Reading these books is somewhat difficulty for me due to some Latin words. :) but my reading is carried on.
From Blog: An Open Letter to Grandma Ruth
Date: 13th April 2011
Very well written, enjoy reading, and...I couldn't agree more. BTW, I've been following your blog Merritt, quitely...
From Blog: What's Salt Got To Do With It?
Very well written, enjoy reading, and...I couldn't agree more. BTW, I've been following your blog Merritt, quitely...
From Blog: What's Salt Got To Do With It?
Date: 26th March 2011
American Complacency
Hon, I think that your experience in China and its resulting questions about what it means to be an American is an opportunity that all Americans need. It is so easy to become complacent and never really understand the ideals of our country while living here. Of course, recent economic events have produced some unhappy situations for many Americans, but, overall, we are blessed people. It takes the experience of time in another situation to truly see what we have. Love, Mom
From Blog: Identity Rethink
American Complacency
Hon, I think that your experience in China and its resulting questions about what it means to be an American is an opportunity that all Americans need. It is so easy to become complacent and never really understand the ideals of our country while living here. Of course, recent economic events have produced some unhappy situations for many Americans, but, overall, we are blessed people. It takes the experience of time in another situation to truly see what we have. Love, Mom
From Blog: Identity Rethink
Date: 26th March 2011
Rethink?
Profoundly thoughtful. Also an example of your excellent writing skills. Not so much a rethink as an opening of thought or a reflection of your inner thoughts. Your sojourn in Bejing has given you a unique opportunity to do this. Would that more people could have such an opportunity.
From Blog: Identity Rethink
Rethink?
Profoundly thoughtful. Also an example of your excellent writing skills. Not so much a rethink as an opening of thought or a reflection of your inner thoughts. Your sojourn in Bejing has given you a unique opportunity to do this. Would that more people could have such an opportunity.
From Blog: Identity Rethink
Date: 19th March 2011
evettedsouza@yahoo.com
Hello Merritt, I just stumbled on your blog. I'm interested in teaching in Beijing and in the mist of signing a contract. I'm very excited and a bit nervous all at the same time. I'm only on your Dec 31st entry. Thank you for writing you are doing a great job with keeping everyone informed. I really enjoy reading your blog. Evette
From Blog: Fire, Death, and Eyeball Removals
evettedsouza@yahoo.com
Hello Merritt, I just stumbled on your blog. I'm interested in teaching in Beijing and in the mist of signing a contract. I'm very excited and a bit nervous all at the same time. I'm only on your Dec 31st entry. Thank you for writing you are doing a great job with keeping everyone informed. I really enjoy reading your blog. Evette
From Blog: Fire, Death, and Eyeball Removals
Date: 2nd March 2011
shock and awe!
It is very shock that a chinese lost his own one eye by a firework accident and It is very awesome that “during the first 32 hours of the holiday, Chinese officials tallied nearly 6,000 fires " and “during the first 32 hours of the holiday, Chinese officials tallied nearly 6,000 fires.” As there are many pepole in Beijing, as there are many eyes in Beijing. so don't they(Chinese people) care that "Just one eyeball" is removed from many eyeballs in Beijing? Good , shock and awesome information about spring festival in Beijing. :) your reader in SoKo.
From Blog: Fire, Death, and Eyeball Removals
shock and awe!
It is very shock that a chinese lost his own one eye by a firework accident and It is very awesome that “during the first 32 hours of the holiday, Chinese officials tallied nearly 6,000 fires " and “during the first 32 hours of the holiday, Chinese officials tallied nearly 6,000 fires.” As there are many pepole in Beijing, as there are many eyes in Beijing. so don't they(Chinese people) care that "Just one eyeball" is removed from many eyeballs in Beijing? Good , shock and awesome information about spring festival in Beijing. :) your reader in SoKo.
From Blog: Fire, Death, and Eyeball Removals
Date: 14th February 2011
Is Mr.Wang Smoker?
I can guess 王丹, Wang-Dan(man) may be a smoker. because 李漢, Li-han(woman)'s ballon is bigger than Wang's. I don't know whether I can hear your speaking voices of Chinese friend's names exactly or not. In the video clip, I can know that your speaking Chinese is as well as native Chinese. I just can hear "Ceci Ceci(謝謝)". It is very interesting of your effort-tour- to look for your good apartment and sounds of fireworks make me surprise suddenly. Your Chinese name, 林(Lin, forest)雅(ya, graceful)慧(Hui, clever) is very beautiful. you are graceful and clever woman as your Chinese name. when your name is written in Korean as follows, Merritt Amelia Wilson is “메리트 아멜리아 윌슨” and 林雅慧 is "림아혜". My name is "이대형" in Korean, "李岱衡 "in Chinese. Can you guess what does my name means? "李" is my family name, "衡" is given by my ancestors and "岱" is my own name. from your reader in Dae-gu city, SoKo.
From Blog: The Great Apartment Search: Year Two
Is Mr.Wang Smoker?
I can guess 王丹, Wang-Dan(man) may be a smoker. because 李漢, Li-han(woman)'s ballon is bigger than Wang's. I don't know whether I can hear your speaking voices of Chinese friend's names exactly or not. In the video clip, I can know that your speaking Chinese is as well as native Chinese. I just can hear "Ceci Ceci(謝謝)". It is very interesting of your effort-tour- to look for your good apartment and sounds of fireworks make me surprise suddenly. Your Chinese name, 林(Lin, forest)雅(ya, graceful)慧(Hui, clever) is very beautiful. you are graceful and clever woman as your Chinese name. when your name is written in Korean as follows, Merritt Amelia Wilson is “메리트 아멜리아 윌슨” and 林雅慧 is "림아혜". My name is "이대형" in Korean, "李岱衡 "in Chinese. Can you guess what does my name means? "李" is my family name, "衡" is given by my ancestors and "岱" is my own name. from your reader in Dae-gu city, SoKo.
From Blog: The Great Apartment Search: Year Two
Date: 24th November 2010
Great Blog
I'm off to Vietnam in a months time and really enjoyed reading your blog. The comments about McCain made me laugh, even if its a serious matter! I've just come from China and loved it there, so hope you enjoy your time there.
From Blog: Va Va Voom, Vietnam
Great Blog
I'm off to Vietnam in a months time and really enjoyed reading your blog. The comments about McCain made me laugh, even if its a serious matter! I've just come from China and loved it there, so hope you enjoy your time there.
From Blog: Va Va Voom, Vietnam
Date: 6th October 2010
共和! Your life!
I can imagine a heavy traffic in your city, Beijing. you struggle with "crazy buses" :):):):) your last sentence of this article is very touching to me. "As long as you stay connected to the people who are important to you and you have a support system where you live, anywhere can be home." 共和! Your life in 北京.
From Blog: A Firecrackin' Start
共和! Your life!
I can imagine a heavy traffic in your city, Beijing. you struggle with "crazy buses" :):):):) your last sentence of this article is very touching to me. "As long as you stay connected to the people who are important to you and you have a support system where you live, anywhere can be home." 共和! Your life in 北京.
From Blog: A Firecrackin' Start
Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy
A lovely idea to write to someone special like that each year, even if they're thought of daily. A beautiful tribute, thanks for sharing it with everyone.
From Blog: An Open Letter to Grandma Ruth