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Date: 30th November 2010
fixed!
I fixed it. I would skype you, but every time I have time Sara(h) is sleeping.
From Blog: The Rural and Minority Experience class final
fixed!
I fixed it. I would skype you, but every time I have time Sara(h) is sleeping.
From Blog: The Rural and Minority Experience class final
Date: 30th November 2010
entry
Only a very short part of your entry showed up in your blog. Up to "(known as Amban" and then nothing else was there. Love you lots!
From Blog: The Rural and Minority Experience class final
entry
Only a very short part of your entry showed up in your blog. Up to "(known as Amban" and then nothing else was there. Love you lots!
From Blog: The Rural and Minority Experience class final
Date: 28th November 2010
scholarships
College scholarships typically go to students with enviable academic accolades, or a diverse palate of extracurricular activities, or demonstrated financial need. They go to teens who write compelling personal essays, or have disadvantaged backgrounds, or are members of a particular organization or ethnic group.But some scholarships don't have any of these restrictions – they are awarded every year via a completely random lottery system, with no strings attached and only a minimal application process.learn more here.... school scholarships
From Blog: An Adventure a Day Keeps the Cold at Bay
scholarships
College scholarships typically go to students with enviable academic accolades, or a diverse palate of extracurricular activities, or demonstrated financial need. They go to teens who write compelling personal essays, or have disadvantaged backgrounds, or are members of a particular organization or ethnic group.But some scholarships don't have any of these restrictions – they are awarded every year via a completely random lottery system, with no strings attached and only a minimal application process.learn more here.... school scholarships
From Blog: An Adventure a Day Keeps the Cold at Bay
Date: 28th November 2010
: )
I miss you! less than a month to go. I was hoping to skype with you this morning but no go. Love you lots!!
From Blog: An Adventure a Day Keeps the Cold at Bay
: )
I miss you! less than a month to go. I was hoping to skype with you this morning but no go. Love you lots!!
From Blog: An Adventure a Day Keeps the Cold at Bay
Date: 17th November 2010
A new career possibility
An ear cleaner? If only I had known that was a profession. But now I am old and the learning curve for ear cleaners is most likely very steep. I love reading your blog--Glad you are having such a wonderful time.
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
A new career possibility
An ear cleaner? If only I had known that was a profession. But now I am old and the learning curve for ear cleaners is most likely very steep. I love reading your blog--Glad you are having such a wonderful time.
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
Date: 16th November 2010
Hey
Sounds like a fun weekend but all you did was EAT! Haha! You need to email me soon or plan a time when we can skype, I miss you lots!! Love, Mom
From Blog: A second visit to Xi'an
Hey
Sounds like a fun weekend but all you did was EAT! Haha! You need to email me soon or plan a time when we can skype, I miss you lots!! Love, Mom
From Blog: A second visit to Xi'an
Date: 3rd November 2010
oh no!
Don't say that! I already bought my banner. Oh well, I knew that I probably translated it incorrectly.
From Blog: An Update on Red Banners
oh no!
Don't say that! I already bought my banner. Oh well, I knew that I probably translated it incorrectly.
From Blog: An Update on Red Banners
Date: 2nd November 2010
holy cow, a bunch of desperate housewives, LOL!
From Blog: Three Days of Halloween
holy cow, a bunch of desperate housewives, LOL!
From Blog: Three Days of Halloween
Date: 2nd November 2010
The most important Ingredients in SiChuan cuisine is 花椒 (Sichuan pepper), you can't cook Sichuan food without it.
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
The most important Ingredients in SiChuan cuisine is 花椒 (Sichuan pepper), you can't cook Sichuan food without it.
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
Date: 2nd November 2010
"Welcome to my cold, shabby hovel." = 欢迎光临寒舍
From Blog: An Update on Red Banners
"Welcome to my cold, shabby hovel." = 欢迎光临寒舍
From Blog: An Update on Red Banners
Date: 1st November 2010
lajiao
I don't know exactly which one that is, but I could try to find it.
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
lajiao
I don't know exactly which one that is, but I could try to find it.
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
Date: 31st October 2010
spice
Someone was telling me today about the spice of Chengdu. They said it's a really "hot" spice made from red flowers? Do you know what it is? Could you get some and bring it back with you?
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
spice
Someone was telling me today about the spice of Chengdu. They said it's a really "hot" spice made from red flowers? Do you know what it is? Could you get some and bring it back with you?
From Blog: Eating on the Cheap
Date: 26th October 2010
As soon as possible!
I love you too!
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
As soon as possible!
I love you too!
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
Date: 25th October 2010
"because we had no idea what size/amount to order. " to order Jiaozi, 4 liangs(两) should be enough for one person. 1斤(Jin) = 10两, 1两 = 50g. you can just say: "siliang jiaozi, buyao niurou"
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
"because we had no idea what size/amount to order. " to order Jiaozi, 4 liangs(两) should be enough for one person. 1斤(Jin) = 10两, 1两 = 50g. you can just say: "siliang jiaozi, buyao niurou"
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
Date: 25th October 2010
Visit
I talked to Dad on the phone yesterday and he was so impressed with how well you are learning Chinese and have adapted to life there. I love and miss you and really wish I could go visit too. We will have to go together and you can show me all over at some point. Love you lots!!! Mom
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
Visit
I talked to Dad on the phone yesterday and he was so impressed with how well you are learning Chinese and have adapted to life there. I love and miss you and really wish I could go visit too. We will have to go together and you can show me all over at some point. Love you lots!!! Mom
From Blog: 运动会, 爸爸，等等 (sports meeting, Dad, etc.)
Date: 22nd October 2010
maybe you should also try to find “猪猪侠”，another popular children's show, you will find that it is much better in everyway. -----a reader
From Blog: The more I learn, the more I realize I don't know.
maybe you should also try to find “猪猪侠”，another popular children's show, you will find that it is much better in everyway. -----a reader
From Blog: The more I learn, the more I realize I don't know.
Date: 22nd October 2010
It's only going to work
As a fellow English speaker who spent time abroad in an Asian country, I can understand your frustration at the lack of chances you get to speak the native language to native listeners. Here's my advice: When someone comes up to you and asks, "can I practice my English?" respond in Chinese. "Sure - if I can practice my Chinese with you. Let's make it 50/50." And if your Chinese is suffering and making it hard to make a 50/50 conversation, then speak as much Chinese as you can. The people who want to practice English with you will probably be the most patient and willing to help you learn Chinese. Go to the international student department and ask about clubs or programs they have for non-native speakers. My Uni had a program called conversation partners, where international students were matched up with similar U.S. students. Good luck!
From Blog: The more I learn, the more I realize I don't know.
It's only going to work
As a fellow English speaker who spent time abroad in an Asian country, I can understand your frustration at the lack of chances you get to speak the native language to native listeners. Here's my advice: When someone comes up to you and asks, "can I practice my English?" respond in Chinese. "Sure - if I can practice my Chinese with you. Let's make it 50/50." And if your Chinese is suffering and making it hard to make a 50/50 conversation, then speak as much Chinese as you can. The people who want to practice English with you will probably be the most patient and willing to help you learn Chinese. Go to the international student department and ask about clubs or programs they have for non-native speakers. My Uni had a program called conversation partners, where international students were matched up with similar U.S. students. Good luck!
From Blog: The more I learn, the more I realize I don't know.
Wow, so beautiful
Laura, what snow capped mountain is that in the background?
From Blog: Ups and Downs of Tibet
Date: 15th October 2010
The Panda Conservatory
Hi Laura, I can't wait to read your blog after you visit the Panda conservatory. And, it has been a long time since I have made jiaozi. When you are home, we should have a jiaozi making party at Chinese New years. I really enjoyed your article in the Bonney Lake Courier Herald. Jacob took it in to school to share with his 3rd grade class. The teacher read the article to the class and had to explain what yaks are. Keep up the great writing! I'm glad you are having a good time and get to experience so much.
From Blog: TGIF Update
The Panda Conservatory
Hi Laura, I can't wait to read your blog after you visit the Panda conservatory. And, it has been a long time since I have made jiaozi. When you are home, we should have a jiaozi making party at Chinese New years. I really enjoyed your article in the Bonney Lake Courier Herald. Jacob took it in to school to share with his 3rd grade class. The teacher read the article to the class and had to explain what yaks are. Keep up the great writing! I'm glad you are having a good time and get to experience so much.
From Blog: TGIF Update
Date: 15th October 2010
Courier Herald
Your picture and first article were in the Courier Herald this week, almost a whole page! You are famous. : )
From Blog: TGIF Update
Courier Herald
Your picture and first article were in the Courier Herald this week, almost a whole page! You are famous. : )
From Blog: TGIF Update
Mom
non-member comment
I could feel your sadness in leaving, but it's not goodbye, it's see you another time. : ) I am looking forward to seeing you very soon. Love you LOTS!!
From Blog: The Last of Chengdu