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April 15th 2009
Published: April 15th 2009
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Hans J. Schneider
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After 38 years as a Foreign Language Teacher and Foreign Language Dept. Chair at Coral Gables Sr. H.S., and A.J. Professor of German at the University of Miami, I have left Florida in June of 2006, where my home is in Miami Beach, Florida, USA. I have just signed another year's teaching-contract (my 8th year now) with Taizhou University in the city of Taizhou, located about 3hrs north of Shanghai, in Jiangsu Province, CHINA. I thought it would be informative for others and rewarding for me personally, to log the progress of my efforts from beginning to end, as a Travel and Photo Jo... full info
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Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
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Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
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Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
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Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
Taizhou Peach Blossom Festival, 2009
Ecstatic bees bath themselves in the pollen of millions of peach blossoms. A visitor will walk away from these trees, waiting only for the them to bloom again in the Spring of 2010. And where will I be in 2010 ??
The Garden Tools are mostly "the hands."The Garden Tools are mostly "the hands."
The Garden Tools are mostly "the hands."
These are some of the park-hands responsible for making Taizhou's green spaces so special. They told me that is is a labor of love, and they get their joy from seeing the smiles of the visitors to these wonderful spaces in Taizhou.
NEXT: Take a Spring-stroll along the Taizhou Canal.NEXT: Take a Spring-stroll along the Taizhou Canal.
NEXT: Take a Spring-stroll along the Taizhou Canal.
During the afternoon I usually take a walk along Taizhou's canals, surrounding the old city. Much of the greenspace in Taizhou can be enjoyed along the banks.
School children find safety in numbers.School children find safety in numbers.
School children find safety in numbers.
On my way, I first encounter a group of children, tightly packed, hoping to safely cross a Taizhou street.
My walk usually begins with a visit to a small Buddhist Temple.My walk usually begins with a visit to a small Buddhist Temple.
My walk usually begins with a visit to a small Buddhist Temple.
Along the river bank sits this small temple, cared for by two elder Buddhist nuns. Some of their food is drying on the lines of the temple courtyard. The two greet me always with great joy, and one of my students helps translate our conversations.
The Buddha with the helping hands.The Buddha with the helping hands.
The Buddha with the helping hands.
The nuns are proud of the "mini-temple", and keep it well maintained. The nuns share small quarters on the temple grounds.
Enought river snails for lunch and dinner.Enought river snails for lunch and dinner.
Enought river snails for lunch and dinner.
The river is still a source of food, as it has been for hundreds of years. You may notice the swimmer appearing to the right of this lovely lady.
This catch will have a comfortable ride home to the dinner table.This catch will have a comfortable ride home to the dinner table.
This catch will have a comfortable ride home to the dinner table.
I was surprised again by the size of this fish. It is not the first time I have seen such a lucky catch along the river.
I have been urged to join them!!??I have been urged to join them!!??
I have been urged to join them!!??
The river is also a place for a cool spring swim, and I can only admire the dozens I see daring the waters every day.
Student spring-picnic along the river banks.Student spring-picnic along the river banks.
Student spring-picnic along the river banks.
The people of Taizhou always offer a friendly greeting to a handsome western man.
He is preparing the fishing line...He is preparing the fishing line...
He is preparing the fishing line...
... while a father explains to his child how it is done. In a few years, he too will try his luck along these banks.
Taizhou continues to improve every corner of green space.Taizhou continues to improve every corner of green space.
Taizhou continues to improve every corner of green space.
Improvements along the river continue, as Taizhou grows into one of the Jiangsu's leading cities.
These are the "modern" wedding gifts in China.These are the "modern" wedding gifts in China.
These are the "modern" wedding gifts in China.
Along another part of the river walk, I stumble into an open air car show. I continue to dream of having a little car in China, but it is not such a good idea for a Western man to drive here.
A marble moon bridge leads into the gardens of Mei LanFang.A marble moon bridge leads into the gardens of Mei LanFang.
A marble moon bridge leads into the gardens of Mei LanFang.
Along the river, one of my favorite places to visit is the beautifully reconstructed garden of Mei Lanfang.
Several pink peach trees adorn the gardens of Mei Lanfang.Several pink peach trees adorn the gardens of Mei Lanfang.
Several pink peach trees adorn the gardens of Mei Lanfang.
Mr. Mei Lanfang is best known for his role in one of China's great Beijing Operas, "The Peach Blossom Fan". In one of the future TravelBlogs, I will share with you some colorful photos of this performance in the Mei Lanfang Theater of Taizhou a few weeks ago. It was part of the celebration of the Peach Festival of Taizhou, 2009.
I want to make this my home.I want to make this my home.
I want to make this my home.
I will leave a visit to the newly renovated compound of Mr. Mei Lanfang for a future entry. His home is now a shrine, and the gardens and grounds and structures display simple and natural harmony.
A flower carpet lead up the marble stairs to the entrance of the Ming Dynasty watch-tower. A flower carpet lead up the marble stairs to the entrance of the Ming Dynasty watch-tower.
A flower carpet lead up the marble stairs to the entrance of the Ming Dynasty watch-tower.
The tower faces the river. When standing in front of this fabulous and recently renovated structure , one can appreciate it's emense size. It is all made of hand-crafted timber.
Look forward to your visit??Look forward to your visit??
Look forward to your visit??
The plaza in front of the watch tower is also carpeted with the colors of spring.



15th April 2009

Luis Magallanes
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GReat to hear from you again
Herr Schneider it is very awesome to hear about your wonderful experience in China, i've been very optismtic with going to china, but i will go there one day. thank you again for keeping in touch with your blog entries.
15th April 2009

Sandra Cordoba
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Hans! Wann wirst du besuchen? Ich vermisse dich. Deine, Sandra
16th April 2009

Coky Michel
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Enjoying your blog...
Hans, what beautiful photos, and what interesting things you always write about! This is just a note to let you know that Paul and I enjoy your blogs, and that we're learning much from reading them. Thanks for sharing your fascinating experiences in China! Are you coming back to the U.Sl anytime soon? Big hugs! Coky
16th April 2009

Gabriel
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Hans, From your words, I think you know/understand chinese deeper than before.
It is a greatful to your experience inChina, and I think you know the Chinese deeper than before. Miss you. Gabriel!
16th April 2009

AnnaAdventuring
Anna Louise

A very informative and interesting blog. Thank you for sharing. Lovely photos too - those blossom trees are stunning. :)
17th April 2009

Sue
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Spring memories!
Hi Hans, good to see you squeeze a few moments away from your demanding schedule to keep us informed of your goings on in Taizhou. I do miss the beauty of Spring in China, but not the cold weather! Moved Mum down the Gold Coast this week, finished my course and survived baby-sitting my friends 2 donkeys! Not bad for 5 or 6 day achievement! Ha! Suexx
17th April 2009

Shane
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lol
Beautiful pics! I think you must have a great sping here in China! As summer is around the corner, I am hoping you can keep on digging the beauty out and enjoying yourself. Also, the experiences you gained in your travels are precious and will never be forgotten in your lifetime. :-)
19th April 2009

Cynthia
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Hey.
I am so happy to hear you are doing well and happy still in China. Those minor set backs are minor but at least you have the experience of actually being there. It IS a shame how the economy and jobs went down the drain. I hope it gets better soon...
19th April 2009

Cynthia
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Oh and what happened to your kitties?
24th April 2009

anonymous
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Spring flowers are now blooming everywhere and beautiful. China has a saying "No place where fragrant grass doesn't exist even to the end of the world," but the blossoms in your photos are just very special, to which I'm so deeply attached. The flamboyant colours brought the fresh scent to my very nose. and stirred up lots feelings! Thank you so much for such hard effort to bring others this kind of everlasting joy! The white limewash painted on the trunks was to protect the trees from pests and insects (Schaedlinger), it's said. And the Bright Festival belongs to one of the 24 solar terms, according to the agricultural tradition in the far east. June
24th April 2009

anonymous
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Many beautiful sceneries in parks and public places were created in the past decade. Locals are very satisfied while walking and induldging in the natural beauty, but, the elderly generation will never forget the old town of a grey and dull face! June
2nd June 2009

Shirley
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I like your travelbog
I learn a lot from your bog.Thank you!
5th July 2009

Ashley Santiz
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hi!!
Mr. Schneider I can't believe its been so long since I've read your travel blog! I just decided to start taking german again at UF and I thought of you! I love your pictures and your beautiful reflections on China. :-)
13th November 2010

Ricky
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Taizhou Normal College
Herr Schneider, Respectfully, would you drop me a line at the attached email to speak about Taizhou Normal University and possible employment. Thanks Ricky

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