NikkiD

I know it's been a long time and now it's time to let it all out. I came back from China last Feb. Instead of returning home to Cali, I wanted a vacation from a vacation. I went to Pensacola, Fl first. I went to visit Boobalitious Jenn and the Florida crew. I t was an amazing 2 wks full of loud laughter,dancing, fist pumping, salt water, green mushy plants, floating, and sooo much more amazing great times!!!! Thia is also where I met Howse. Then it was time to go home of responsibility land of Ventura. Oh boy! How exciting! I was returning to finding a job, getting a place, transportation, and more. As time passes by something is just wrong besides not having the above mentioned. I was missing Howse. I love Ventura but ... read more

So here are the juicy details of China. Well I’ve stated before about having to have a visa that we got in Bangkok, As well as the price difference between Greg’s visa which was about a hundred bucks. Then there’s my visa which was about three hundred bucks. Yeah, really! Also the fact we had to give it to some stranger on the street who will give it back to us the next day cuz the the Chinese Embassy was closed and our flight was booked. Now that was probably the scariest part of my trip. We get the visas a little bit later then planned which made me sweat and now we’re off to China. Seriously China just scares me. I've traveled to many places and I never thought China would be on my list. ... read more

What am I supposed to do being so far from my family and friends on this wonderful holiday? I am in a country that doesn't really acknowledge the day yet alone celebrate it. Well, there's only one option...give them an experience of a Western Christmas PArty. DONE!!!!! Invitations went out last week stating it's Western Christmas Party, bring ur local favorite dish to share, and to RSVP. It's Wednesday now and I have heard nothing from one of the two schools that IO work at. I did hear form the people I work the closest with. So I am guaranteed at least 10 people. I also invited the entire English department of a 8,000 student school. I don't even know how many people just post the invites everywhere, talk to people, and we'll see. I'm a ... read more

Tis is just another quick note that even though they have no idea what Thanksgiving is here I still miss it and feeling a hole. I miss everyone and love you guys!!!!!! Eat and drink an extra bite for me! Happy Thanksgiving!!!! I am so greatful for all of you!!! N... read more

This si super fast entry that it is freakin snowing today!!!!!!!! I left beautiful paradise for the seasons. I dont have anything for this kind of weather so freazing my bum off is the way it's going til this weekend! Really? PAradise and snow? It's really fun here! i enjoy teaching the kids with a Chinese translator. All I do is just play game s with the kids. It's that simple. I live above a market so I get to see the fresh killings of chickens daily, the local fruits and veggies. I get to see the meat that is sold on the same block. They even sell dog here! It's nasty. I dont get to see the killings of that, thankfully! Just been super busy with teaching, eating, discovering that I am learning something new ... read more