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Date: 10th September 2009
Welcome home
Hi Amy and Roel, So great to receive this latest blog and feel so honoured to be mentioned in your blog. Here's to lots more lunches and cappachinos with Carrie. All the best, Sherry Wolfson
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Welcome home
Hi Amy and Roel, So great to receive this latest blog and feel so honoured to be mentioned in your blog. Here's to lots more lunches and cappachinos with Carrie. All the best, Sherry Wolfson
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 1st September 2009
MISSING YOU!!
Hi Amy, it was a real pleasure to read your [hiccup] final blog and what a great friend. I did come close to shedding tears and feel that there is a big hole here in your absence! Your cameraderie is sincerely missed by Maria and me and we're working hard to keep up the tradition of a few laughs, especially at lunchtime!! I know that the kids are missing out on your talents and it's fitting that I write today on what I think is your very first day on the new job [lucky students], and the first day of SPRING in Aust!! All the best at your new school, and with Roel's study. Very good to read that Carli and Craig have such wonderful digs and that your furniture made it up there, stay tuned Carli for a phone call if I ever make it to BJ, must be a fascinating time. Well, move on 2010 Expo so the dust can settle, Amy the building of that flyover now has surpassed all imaginings, and we continue to clunk clunk our way through. Thanks again for leaving everything in such great shape for me, an esteemed mantle to take-over and as we say in Oz it'll be head down and bum up for most of the year. All best and love to you and yours, miss you! Margx
From Blog: Here's to you......
MISSING YOU!!
Hi Amy, it was a real pleasure to read your [hiccup] final blog and what a great friend. I did come close to shedding tears and feel that there is a big hole here in your absence! Your cameraderie is sincerely missed by Maria and me and we're working hard to keep up the tradition of a few laughs, especially at lunchtime!! I know that the kids are missing out on your talents and it's fitting that I write today on what I think is your very first day on the new job [lucky students], and the first day of SPRING in Aust!! All the best at your new school, and with Roel's study. Very good to read that Carli and Craig have such wonderful digs and that your furniture made it up there, stay tuned Carli for a phone call if I ever make it to BJ, must be a fascinating time. Well, move on 2010 Expo so the dust can settle, Amy the building of that flyover now has surpassed all imaginings, and we continue to clunk clunk our way through. Thanks again for leaving everything in such great shape for me, an esteemed mantle to take-over and as we say in Oz it'll be head down and bum up for most of the year. All best and love to you and yours, miss you! Margx
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 31st August 2009
I'm flattered to be included in your final entry! Your engaging writing style and tell-tale pictures made reading a pleasure and commenting a breeze. I am so happy to have you back in Toronto and am more than happy to shepherd your next journey into the West end. And next time I head out east, I hope to run into you in PJ's. See you soon! Love johanna
From Blog: Here's to you......
I'm flattered to be included in your final entry! Your engaging writing style and tell-tale pictures made reading a pleasure and commenting a breeze. I am so happy to have you back in Toronto and am more than happy to shepherd your next journey into the West end. And next time I head out east, I hope to run into you in PJ's. See you soon! Love johanna
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 29th August 2009
Good luck in "Reality" land!
We've loved reading your blog- you could write a travel book yourself from it. We're settled into Minsk and enjoying both the city and the school. Minsk is one of the most beautiful cities we've been in. The air is clean and the cities is full of green parks and gardens and flowers and fruit trees are everywhere. Best of luck in "reality" land!
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Good luck in "Reality" land!
We've loved reading your blog- you could write a travel book yourself from it. We're settled into Minsk and enjoying both the city and the school. Minsk is one of the most beautiful cities we've been in. The air is clean and the cities is full of green parks and gardens and flowers and fruit trees are everywhere. Best of luck in "reality" land!
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
People make the experience.
Great summation of a life-changing experience. But, although you two saw some amazing places, it's all about the people you meet along the path and the ones at home who love you and are awaiting your return. I feel lucky to have been able to both share that Asian pathway and to feel excited when you came home. :)
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People make the experience.
Great summation of a life-changing experience. But, although you two saw some amazing places, it's all about the people you meet along the path and the ones at home who love you and are awaiting your return. I feel lucky to have been able to both share that Asian pathway and to feel excited when you came home. :)
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
Great Wrap Up
Hi Amy and Roel, A great wrap up. I now ponder how long will it take you to get the wander bug again. And then let the blogs begin again. Not sure if PJ's will take here in TO. Jim
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Great Wrap Up
Hi Amy and Roel, A great wrap up. I now ponder how long will it take you to get the wander bug again. And then let the blogs begin again. Not sure if PJ's will take here in TO. Jim
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
Legacy Impossible II
Hey guys, Wow, the end of an era! I almost feel like a piece of me is missing now. I had always enjoyed checking your blog from my desk in DC when all of my little brats were taking a test or something and giving myself a little mini holiday. It's hard to believe that the roles are reversed now. You mentioned Carly and I taking up the blog torch; well, unfortunately, I believe our blog would be doomed to failure and disappointment. Take the film "Speed," for instance. It had everyone on the edge their seats, eagerly anticipating the next scene. Granted, Keanu kind of gets on one's nerves a bit but Sandra Bullock plays her part well, the plot is tight and the cinematography is well-executed. But have you ever seen "Speed II"? Did you even know that there was a "Speed II"? Exactly. You guys were the blockbuster, we're just a boring old sequel. With that said, we do have another round of pictures about ready to send off. Even thorough they weren't framed by a semi-professional and they're not accompanied by international bestseller worthy prose, they'll have to suffice. There is simply no replacing or attempting to keep up with the original China trail-blazers, Amy and Roel. Thanks for all of the effort that you put into the blog, guys. It was thoroughly enjoyed and will be sincerely missed.
From Blog: Here's to you......
Legacy Impossible II
Hey guys, Wow, the end of an era! I almost feel like a piece of me is missing now. I had always enjoyed checking your blog from my desk in DC when all of my little brats were taking a test or something and giving myself a little mini holiday. It's hard to believe that the roles are reversed now. You mentioned Carly and I taking up the blog torch; well, unfortunately, I believe our blog would be doomed to failure and disappointment. Take the film "Speed," for instance. It had everyone on the edge their seats, eagerly anticipating the next scene. Granted, Keanu kind of gets on one's nerves a bit but Sandra Bullock plays her part well, the plot is tight and the cinematography is well-executed. But have you ever seen "Speed II"? Did you even know that there was a "Speed II"? Exactly. You guys were the blockbuster, we're just a boring old sequel. With that said, we do have another round of pictures about ready to send off. Even thorough they weren't framed by a semi-professional and they're not accompanied by international bestseller worthy prose, they'll have to suffice. There is simply no replacing or attempting to keep up with the original China trail-blazers, Amy and Roel. Thanks for all of the effort that you put into the blog, guys. It was thoroughly enjoyed and will be sincerely missed.
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
Treasures from East and West
Amy and Roel, what a great compilation of text and visuals- a storehouse of unforgettable memories and shared experiences. Oh how the pics of Carly and Craig's hutong hangout evoke the 'old Beijing'. Thank you for including me in your adventure. Pauline
From Blog: Here's to you......
Treasures from East and West
Amy and Roel, what a great compilation of text and visuals- a storehouse of unforgettable memories and shared experiences. Oh how the pics of Carly and Craig's hutong hangout evoke the 'old Beijing'. Thank you for including me in your adventure. Pauline
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
Ahoy!
Man, just when I thought that I had it made in Beijing, you guys go ahead and post these fantastic pics! Thanks for making me homesick. :) In all seriousness, I do want to thank you for keeping up this blog. It was a great way to keep tabs on your adventures and I came to look forward to receiving the notice in my email inbox. I'm not sure if I'll keep up the practice myself... I can only imagine how much work went into this... But I will try to keep family and friends in the loop, just like you and Dad did. One last comment... Come and visit us here in Beijing! I know you miss the food (especially the prices of the food!) and the patios... Come! Love you both! Car
From Blog: Here's to you......
Ahoy!
Man, just when I thought that I had it made in Beijing, you guys go ahead and post these fantastic pics! Thanks for making me homesick. :) In all seriousness, I do want to thank you for keeping up this blog. It was a great way to keep tabs on your adventures and I came to look forward to receiving the notice in my email inbox. I'm not sure if I'll keep up the practice myself... I can only imagine how much work went into this... But I will try to keep family and friends in the loop, just like you and Dad did. One last comment... Come and visit us here in Beijing! I know you miss the food (especially the prices of the food!) and the patios... Come! Love you both! Car
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 28th August 2009
What a journey!
Dear Amy, How wonderful to be included in your and Roel's thank yous! It was amazing for me to be included in your two year journey. I loved your blogs! Looking forward to seeing you in TO soon, Leslie
From Blog: Here's to you......
What a journey!
Dear Amy, How wonderful to be included in your and Roel's thank yous! It was amazing for me to be included in your two year journey. I loved your blogs! Looking forward to seeing you in TO soon, Leslie
From Blog: Here's to you......
Date: 18th August 2009
Outstanding!
Amy, the pictures really do say it all, but your writing adds a lovely richness to the viewing/reading experience that smacks of excellence. You have captured my heart and now I must go to Vietnam! Missing you! Maria
From Blog: Is it Ho Chi Minh? Or Saigon?
Outstanding!
Amy, the pictures really do say it all, but your writing adds a lovely richness to the viewing/reading experience that smacks of excellence. You have captured my heart and now I must go to Vietnam! Missing you! Maria
From Blog: Is it Ho Chi Minh? Or Saigon?
Date: 21st July 2009
Zai Jian - xiang nimen - miss you!
Hi Amy, it's Marg / Margaret here . . . have so enjoyed your blogs and these last 2 I read a while back and response has been delayed. Back home feels like living in 2 hemispheres, literally, as one browse through the inbox takes me back to so many good times - and many shared with you on a daily basis at work, along with a lot of laughs. The year would not have been so much fun without your collegiate spirit, fantastic professional advice and our little escapes from that real world through our Chinese classes, wines and cheeses, occasional dinners - and yes, that 1 trip to 'celestial dollars' - when we had to ride back to school in a major rush in a very small bicycle taxi!! Hope you get to read The Mao Case as some funny and reminiscent bits about Shanghai and M partic towards the end. Hope Carli and Craig settling in well to Beijing, and you and Roel in your Canadian home. Hope your hols have not yet ended too! And that this reaches you. love M.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Zai Jian - xiang nimen - miss you!
Hi Amy, it's Marg / Margaret here . . . have so enjoyed your blogs and these last 2 I read a while back and response has been delayed. Back home feels like living in 2 hemispheres, literally, as one browse through the inbox takes me back to so many good times - and many shared with you on a daily basis at work, along with a lot of laughs. The year would not have been so much fun without your collegiate spirit, fantastic professional advice and our little escapes from that real world through our Chinese classes, wines and cheeses, occasional dinners - and yes, that 1 trip to 'celestial dollars' - when we had to ride back to school in a major rush in a very small bicycle taxi!! Hope you get to read The Mao Case as some funny and reminiscent bits about Shanghai and M partic towards the end. Hope Carli and Craig settling in well to Beijing, and you and Roel in your Canadian home. Hope your hols have not yet ended too! And that this reaches you. love M.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 12th July 2009
learning
Enjoyed your continued journey, ( as always ) what for an interesting society so very very different from ours. look forward to see you back here in good old home called Canada
From Blog: Ching Ming in Chong Ming
learning
Enjoyed your continued journey, ( as always ) what for an interesting society so very very different from ours. look forward to see you back here in good old home called Canada
From Blog: Ching Ming in Chong Ming
Date: 7th July 2009
Yin and Yang
Dear Amy, Looking at life from a yin/yang perspective would seem, ultimately, to be the wisest choice. I wonder how a similar blog about life in TO might look. Many thanks once again for an intriguing overview of Shanghai culture. I long to return there myself! Zai Jian, Leslie
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Yin and Yang
Dear Amy, Looking at life from a yin/yang perspective would seem, ultimately, to be the wisest choice. I wonder how a similar blog about life in TO might look. Many thanks once again for an intriguing overview of Shanghai culture. I long to return there myself! Zai Jian, Leslie
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 7th July 2009
Dear Amy, I have thoroughly enjoyed sharing this wonderful Asian adventure with you and learning in this latest blog of harrowing obstacles that your family has overcome so gracefully, I feel somewhat awe-struck and wonderfully inspired to set out on a similar trek. Looking forward to seeing you again in TO, Leslie
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Dear Amy, I have thoroughly enjoyed sharing this wonderful Asian adventure with you and learning in this latest blog of harrowing obstacles that your family has overcome so gracefully, I feel somewhat awe-struck and wonderfully inspired to set out on a similar trek. Looking forward to seeing you again in TO, Leslie
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Date: 29th June 2009
PJ fever!
Just let go Mom and wear your PJ's in public proudly. I'm sure it's very liberating.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
PJ fever!
Just let go Mom and wear your PJ's in public proudly. I'm sure it's very liberating.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 29th June 2009
'living vicariously'!
I really enjoyed experiencing Shangai through your eyes! Thanks once again for sharing! Wishing you a great trip home!
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
'living vicariously'!
I really enjoyed experiencing Shangai through your eyes! Thanks once again for sharing! Wishing you a great trip home!
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Date: 28th June 2009
Return
Amy, Roel, Carrie et al, I love PJ's. I'd love to get together a la PJ.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Return
Amy, Roel, Carrie et al, I love PJ's. I'd love to get together a la PJ.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 28th June 2009
Major memories
Amy and Rouel, Your memories of Shanghai are beautifully recorded . What an amazing transformation has taken place. ' My sweet memories of being there in 1984 recall a very different scene. I was with a group of US and Canadians. We were looking at international approaches to gifted education. We had to travel with guides. In Shanghai, one evening, I left my hotel alone(and without permission) to explore the quiet, bike- lined streets. Families were gathered outside their buildings along the way enjoying the evening air. I went along a quiet, dimly lit avenue lined on either side with rows and rows of parked bicycles to a department store. I navigated my way to the 5th floor where musical instruments were displayed. I seemed to be the only customer. A very polite gentleman helped me find the one -stringed violin I wanted. (I had heard it played so expertly along the way during the trip). From there I went on along the avenue to a small independent jewellery and antique store. There I found an exquisite pair of antique jade earrings which the proprieter was so happy to sell me. I returned to my hotel on foot. No one had noticed I was gone.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Major memories
Amy and Rouel, Your memories of Shanghai are beautifully recorded . What an amazing transformation has taken place. ' My sweet memories of being there in 1984 recall a very different scene. I was with a group of US and Canadians. We were looking at international approaches to gifted education. We had to travel with guides. In Shanghai, one evening, I left my hotel alone(and without permission) to explore the quiet, bike- lined streets. Families were gathered outside their buildings along the way enjoying the evening air. I went along a quiet, dimly lit avenue lined on either side with rows and rows of parked bicycles to a department store. I navigated my way to the 5th floor where musical instruments were displayed. I seemed to be the only customer. A very polite gentleman helped me find the one -stringed violin I wanted. (I had heard it played so expertly along the way during the trip). From there I went on along the avenue to a small independent jewellery and antique store. There I found an exquisite pair of antique jade earrings which the proprieter was so happy to sell me. I returned to my hotel on foot. No one had noticed I was gone.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Date: 27th June 2009
your great blogs
Love them all, will miss them when you return home and I read every word of them.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
your great blogs
Love them all, will miss them when you return home and I read every word of them.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 27th June 2009
Thanks for sharing
I have certainly enjoyed living vicariously through your blogs! Your story telling is wonderful. I hope our paths cross again some day.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Thanks for sharing
I have certainly enjoyed living vicariously through your blogs! Your story telling is wonderful. I hope our paths cross again some day.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 27th June 2009
Pajamas all around!
Hey instead of 'correcting' this cultural faux pas, I'm putting out this dare to Amy and Roel (if you'll do it, I'll do it): Why don't you bring the custom here. Let's do Starbucks on Queen (muffins, muffins, muffins) in our P.J.s!
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Pajamas all around!
Hey instead of 'correcting' this cultural faux pas, I'm putting out this dare to Amy and Roel (if you'll do it, I'll do it): Why don't you bring the custom here. Let's do Starbucks on Queen (muffins, muffins, muffins) in our P.J.s!
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai, part deux
Date: 27th June 2009
You did it!
My title, in context, means, that you've managed to summarize succinctly and efficently, yet with obviously a lot of emotion what is probably the 'trip', 'experience' of your lifetime. I was very happy to be mentioned and I was very happy that I did in fact make the 'hop across the pond' because now I have my own personal set of great memories of Asia.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
You did it!
My title, in context, means, that you've managed to summarize succinctly and efficently, yet with obviously a lot of emotion what is probably the 'trip', 'experience' of your lifetime. I was very happy to be mentioned and I was very happy that I did in fact make the 'hop across the pond' because now I have my own personal set of great memories of Asia.
From Blog: Zai Jian Shanghai...part 1
Sherry Chaplin
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Thanks so much for sharing your incredible 'Asian' experience! I will definitely miss receiving your blogs, but look forward to meeting up with you in TO in the future; although, maybe not in PJ's next time, haha!
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