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| 25th June 2009 Chrissy | - From: The End of My Adventure...For Now. Meg your blog has been entertaining and insightful. Thanks so much for sharing! I'm sure you've learned and grown much more than you can express here but what you have written shows a nice slice-of-life representation of your time abroad. Cheers to you : ) |
| 22nd June 2009 Stephanie | Thank you. - From: The End of My Adventure...For Now. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. It will likely be the only way I will get to see and know China. |
| 22nd June 2009 Fritz Perry | Enjoyed your blog - From: The End of My Adventure...For Now. Hi Meg, I just wanted to let you know that I enjoyed traveling with you via your blog. Well done! Fritz |
| 12th June 2009 Mary Dobies | - From: End of the Semester, But Not Quite Finished! Meg, quick question - why are you so cool? Also, as a comment, your mom is the best. I <3 you. That is all. |
| 13th May 2009 Nutmeg | Dragon Boats - From: Where Has All the Time Gone? They are very real Dad! Made of wood! And a good thing too, because we crashed into other boats (and they crashed into us) several times!! |
| 13th May 2009 DAD | - From: Where Has All the Time Gone? Hi Meg, I was curious about the dragon boats.Are they inflateables,they look like it in the pictures.If they are that would definitely explain the zigs and zags.See you soon |
| 4th May 2009 dad | higher - From: Spring Break-Yunnan Province Great trip Meg.Although I am shocked you didn't go all the way up,after all you said the O2 tank was inexpensive.Pictures look great.Glad you had a good time. |
| 3rd May 2009 Nutmeg | - From: Spring Break-Yunnan Province Hahaha, yeah, place names tend to have a lot of nouns mixed in. Depending on where you travel determines whether or not you hire a tour guide, and also whether you can speak Chinese. Myself, if I'm in a city, then I don't need a tour guide. But generally, out in the countryside/anywhere away from the city, having a guide is a good idea for anyone! Thanks for reading Chrissy! I can't wait til I get to see you again! |
| 2nd May 2009 Chrissy | - From: Spring Break-Yunnan Province Meg! You're blog is awesome, I love the detail and fun quips that make it so personal - "because it's shaped like an ear", "cinnamon and ...ginger", "OK we cheated" - I can hear you saying these things in my head as I read. And some of the Chinese names are just hilarious: "Jade Dragon Snow Mountain" - I love how this is just a strew of nouns! One question: when traveling around is it common to hire local tour guides or just see the sights yourself? Keep up the good work! |
| 15th April 2009 Nutmeg | - From: Shanghai Living Oh, sorry, I forgot that most people don't know what a qi pao is! It's the traditional/stereotypical Chinese dress for a woman. I'm sure there's something on wiki about it if you're curious! And yes, always shenanigans! |
| 15th April 2009 Chrissy | - From: Shanghai Living Meg! Your updates are always so interesting, it seems you're always up to some shenanegins. I can't believe you fit an XL skirt!!! And by the way, what's a qipao? |
| 12th April 2009 Devin | Happy Easter - From: Shanghai Living Happy Easter from all of us at Messiah! I promise I won't give an hour-long sermon :) Thanks for sharing all these stories -- and have a great trip to Nanjing next week |
| 3rd April 2009 Emma | - From: Ancient City Oh, I'm so happy you mentioned the France incident... it makes me happy! The warriors look super cool. Glad you're feeling better! |
| 18th March 2009 Chrissy | - From: Soaking Up That Shanghai Sun Sweet stuff Meg. I especially liked the 'money shot' of Shanghai. Looks like you're having loads of fun...keep up the good work and have a great trip this coming week! |
| 15th March 2009 Nutmeg | Perhaps... - From: ...Because You're American ...Or perhaps not. I read your comment a week ago and I've spent the last week thinking about it. For the last week, I've tried to see every such-occurrence as just a misunderstanding...but sadly, the language barrier does not explain away all these occurrences. It can cover a lot, but not everything, like the story I told about my friend. The fact is, one traveling abroad must also deal stereotypes and misconceptions (especially Americans). Shanghai is a big, crowded city, and many people here just don't care about foreigners learning Chinese. Now you trust me, I know that Chinese people can be the most courteous, but that's a huge generalization. There are also Chinese who are not that courteous toward foreigners. Now, my most positive experience with courteous Chinese people was in Taiwan, where Taiwanese will literally invite you over to eat at their house or drive you to a destination when you get lost. And don't get me wrong, I've met some really fantastic Shanghai residents here! Shanghai is great and I refuse to let a couple of bad experiences ruin my time here. But I'm also not naive enough to think that the language barrier is completely to blame. |
| 9th March 2009 NYCkid | it's a misunderstanding - From: ...Because You're American poor girl...i think the reason why the cab driver tried to avoid u is because he has no confidence in either his English or your Chinese. Most Chinese cab drivers are from countryside, who speak no English. Some of them even have had bad experiences with foreign tourists/Americans because of misunderstanding. Who would imagine a random young white girl can speak fluent Chinese in a SH street? Trust me, Chinese ppl are among the most courteous (at least to westerners). The only problem is the language barrier. |
| 9th March 2009 DAD | Great pics - From: ...Because You're American Meg the pictures,and also your continuing commentary have been most entertaining.Keep on clicking.(and oh by the way_keep on studying. |
| 1st March 2009 DAD | WOW - From: Rain, Rain, Go Away Hi Meg,Great pictures in spite of the rain.I especially like where you popped up so unexpectedly.The mist looks so thick that it seems you could just keep walking the path right out onto them.Maybe you can take MOM there in June(if the rain has stopped).Get some rest. |
| 25th February 2009 Thompson | your Dad forwarded your blog to us - From: Getting Settled Hi Meghan-We will keep looking for your updates. Hope you have a good experience in Shanghai. When Val and I were there almost 2 years ago (in July) it was unbelievably humid and hot, sweltering and with drenching rains that came out of nowhere - so hold on, the warmer weather will come. Keep us posted and be well. Karina (and John) Thompson |
| 21st February 2009 Kathy Lasch | Fantastic opportunity - From: Getting Settled Having never been to China, I truly enjoyed learning from you and your photos. Please blog more. Let us all know how your classes are going and what you are learning on this fantastic journey of yours. |
| 15th February 2009 Brianna | - From: IN SHANGHAI! I love your narration of the pictures and holy crap thar be a lot of cables. |
| 15th February 2009 paul alexander | - From: IN SHANGHAI! oh how i miss those dorms....looking forward to pics, have fun! |
| 15th February 2009 AmericaninSH | Amazing city - From: IN SHANGHAI! Shanghai is an amazing city(if u get enough time to explore it, it's HUGE;) Good luck. |
| 22nd August 2007 Rev. Devin | Congratulations! - From: Last Day of Classes Congrats, Meghan! Sounds like its been an intense, growing, exhausting and transformative summer, typhoon and all. Lots of folks are proud of you back in Newton -- it's been fun following along your journey via your blog. Thanks for sharing the journey with us |
| 21st August 2007 Kayla | YOYOOOYO - From: Lu Gang and More Heyy... i want one of those birds...ill be expecting one. Jk but bring me some kind of a souvonir haha and like uncle mike said hurry home lol |
| 18th August 2007 DAD | - From: Lu Gang and More Hi Meg,Great pictures of Lu Gang,etc.The clay bird making looked very interesting indeed.It is unfortunate the lantern maker was not in.That would have been awesome.Great shots.Hurry home. |
| 22nd July 2007 Bri | - From: The "Ocean" and Harry Potter 7 Interesting. Do you think these restaurants are opened up by immigrants/emigrants who want to bring a taste of home with them, hence they're genuine? Or do you think they're professional chefs who know how to make good food? :) Good to know you're able to eat lots of tasty things. Hot stuff is a bit interesting to get used to, but it's good to try a little spicy and then slowly increase it. Great for clearing stuffy noses! :) |
| 22nd July 2007 Dad | Outstanding - From: The "Ocean" and Harry Potter 7 The pictures on the blog are fantastic.Hopefully I will be able to put Harry down to take a look. |
| 17th July 2007 Bri | - From: Sun Moon Lake You look small on thsoe steps! And the mountains. haha What a view. :) |
| 16th July 2007 DAD | - From: Sun Moon Lake Hi Meg, Great pics here.I do not envy you the bus ride.Queasy would be an understatement.No to any roller coaster for me.Good looking buses though. |
| 15th July 2007 Dad | Great pics - From: Changhua Hi Meg,looks like changhua was a great take.Neat scenery,glad to see the helmet in place. |
| 11th July 2007 Dave | Sounds great - From: Picture Time Sounds like you're having a great time. This site is a pretty good way to keep people up to date on what you're doing. Hope you continue to have a grand experience. |
| 11th July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: Mondays Through Fridays They're all chinese courses. |
| 11th July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: Dining in Taiwan Meals cost anywhere from 30-100 kuai. 33 kuai equals one dollar, so its not expensive per meal, but it can add up. |
| 11th July 2007 Bri | - From: Dining in Taiwan Man that's crazy! How much does food cost there? Imagining what it must be like to eat out all the time gives me a headache. haha Sounds like it costs tons of money. That waiter thing sort of sounds like dim sum, except they don't make you pay immediately, and they stamp your card with additional stuff after you get your order and the carts go around. heh Now that makes me want to yum cha. |
| 11th July 2007 Bri | - From: Mondays Through Fridays Awesome. Summer school. =P What are kind of classes are these? Language class? |
| 10th July 2007 Kayla | Yo! - From: Changhua Hey Meg! We all miss you and I hope you're having a blast. It soudns like your learning a lot... that's awesome... The scooters look like they were a lot of fun, I'm jealous haha. Well good luck with everything I'll be keeping up with your blogs now that I have the website! You better bring me back a souvonir (spelling??? lol)! K well love ya ~Kayla |
| 7th July 2007 Devin | singing - From: Mondays Through Fridays Meg: What a great adventure! Fully expecting a recital of Chinese songs when you return (if you ever find your shoes) :) |
| 4th July 2007 Diana | HAPPY 4th of JULY - From: Dining in Taiwan Hi Meg, Happy 4th! Loved the descriptions of the interesting foods. Am totally fascinated by "stinky tofu". Glad to hear things are well. Can't wait to see more photos! |
| 4th July 2007 Sheila | - From: Here I am Hi Meggie Muffin!!! This is so exciting sharing this great adventure!! We're all so happy for all of you!! Love, She |
| 4th July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: First Day of Classes Thanks for the advice!! That's good to know. |
| 4th July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: Here I am Email me your mailing address and I will certainly try and send you a postcard! pokeymeg@gmail.com |
| 4th July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: Dining in Taiwan Some of the malls are huge (13 floors) and some are smaller (3 floors). The one with 13 floors, the floors are circular with a big hole in the middle where they have nets so you won't fall down! |
| 3rd July 2007 Dad | - From: Dining in Taiwan Hi Meg,I take it that Tofu will not be a request you make of us when shopping.How tall are these malls?Anything I would be interested in? |
| 3rd July 2007 Gail Coppola | Hi Meghan - From: Here I am I cannot believe you are there! How wonderful for you to have this experience. Be careful and safe! Please send postcard if you think of it. |
| 3rd July 2007 Rachteach22 | Water's safe - From: First Day of Classes Don't worry about the water for brushing teeth, its safe, but I wouldn't go around drinking it. Ive been here a year and have yet to have a problem, good luck here in Taiwan and enjoy your time!!! |
| 3rd July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: First Days in Taiwan I have no idea where Taiwan is in relation to the equator-only thats it's closer than MA> It's quite humid and very hot. |
| 3rd July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: First Day of Classes Turns out it was a kind of soy bean jelly or something. I've had bubble tea, yes. It's very good, though the tapioca balls are a little strange(the texture, that is). |
| 3rd July 2007 Nutmeg | - From: Internet at Last!! I'm not really doing the tourist thing. I've been going out with kids who live here, so they take me to less touristy areas to see things. |
| 2nd July 2007 Bri (agaaaain) | - From: Internet at Last!! haha Exciting photos. Doing the Tourist thing? |
| 2nd July 2007 Bri | - From: First Day of Classes Mm jelly. Yeaah, that sounds like an odd treat. Could it be grass jelly? (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grass_jelly) My mom likes that stuff. But yeah. But this is the country where bubble tea came from. You should ask for that. haha :) Teaching English sounds fun. Will you get a chance to examine the pop culture? |
| 2nd July 2007 Bri | - From: First Days in Taiwan :D That sounds so cool. Taipei is closer to the equator right? Is it humid hot? hehe That sounds ick. You should talk about the food. |
| 29th June 2007 Dad | Food - From: First Day of Classes You brave(I think) girl.Not me.I'll stick with my bland plain diet.Great blog.Mom says she does not want to see you turn your nose up at another potato.Look forward to you getting your internet link.Uncle Butch wanted the blog address so I may send it to Cousin Mark or send you his email address.Which would you prefer?. |
