i'm hooked You got me hooked with this ........"I have exchanged living in the hutongs of Suzhou for the hutongs of Beijing. Stories unfold in front of me and in this way I can be part of and share some small flickering split second moments. These images rise and surface to make that exact Beijing moment in time a flickering time frame like a film unfolding in front of my eyes. It's special. "
There would always be moments. Moments which are special in a unique way, only to us. Our moments. We keep them, treasure them. Agree with you. They are special.
Excellent job This is a very moving piece. Your style is evocative and introspective here. I lived in China for 13 months, and I agree that China is a place where things happen to you. This entry made me feel like I was back there. Hope you keep your time brimming wherever your road may take you.
Sam
dear friend thanks, David.
I'm flattered that you think my writing should be nominated. I've applied for and MA in writing and I'm still waiting to here. When I'm at home in Suzhou, I have time to think and feel and reflect. And, Carolyn, I'll show you mine, if you show me yours.
tx
Delightful as ever Hi Tracey Doxey,
Yet another delightful insight into your life. Thank you. I have recommended you for the Hall of Fame this year.
David
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Hello Bob Hello Bob, Thank you for your comment. If I were to meet Yo and BobBob again, it would both break my heart and make me cry with joy. I don't think I will ever see them again. They are in Shanghai. I went to Beijing to school but have returned home to Suzhou again. This afternoon, I spent time with Lao Wang and all of his dogs. Small simple things make me happy. And, yes, Xin Gao is a miracle worker with shoulders. Here, they say, 'Man zou' walk slowly, when you leave. It's a kind way to say 'take care' Man Zou to you. t
Starting Over I read this blog because I also had a frozen shoulder this last year. I wish I had your massage therapists! Anyway, your writing was so good that I went to the beginning and spent the afternoon reading to the present. I almost was in tears when I read your entry about your return to Suzhou and the chance meeting with your Yo and BobBob...how they recognized you with such joy, but then you had to part again. I really enjoyed reading about how you formed friendships in Suzhou. Your blogs since moving to Beijing are different though. You haven't explained why you are in Beijing after we were lead to believe you would be mving to Shanghai...which would have made it easier to see your friends in Suzhou. Also, there are no stories about finding friends in your new neighborhood. Does that have anything to do with the heartbreak of forming friendships in Suzhou, only to have to leave them, and not wanting to make new friends for fear of the same heartbreak? I think that I have difficulty forming friendships since childhood as I moved around so often.
thank you, Suzanne.
That's a really encouraging comment. Sometimes, it takes me a long time to really see the details. I feel them first. Lina and Xin Gao are pretty special people but hardly anyone would ever notice. I feel I touched on something but there is so much more to not seeing than I can ever observe or feel
beautiful I love the way you write, very 'immediate' and personal. this is a really touching entry. Thank you. My dad put me on to your blog, and I know he adores it too. Keep it coming!
Ice Cannot Frozen the Warm Hearts of Beijingers Following Tracey's email, I found the Travel Blog, where I myself, as one of the ice swimming team in Hou Hai (Back Lake) of Beijing, is the owner of the Dog Xiao Hei in the story written by Tracey. Originally, Hei Hei was a successor of the Engish Shirid. He is just 3 years old. But it is his first winter to swim with us though he swam here in summer for two years already. He was so brave that when I jumped into the ice water, he would undoubtedly follow me to come into it without any hesitation. He learnt from me and become a brave member loved by the team. Tracey is right to find the insight of the Beijiners. Actually, it is the spirit of the nation. To the Chinese, there seem not to be any difficulties that can hinder their way to realize a beautiful life. With such industrial and brave people, China is paving her way to the even more splendid future.
You are not A Lone I savored every moment of your adventure today from miles away as did many of your other followers, I'm sure. Sippping tea from your lofty perch is truly a blessing for its calm celebration of all things magical. Thank you for this wonderful holiday gift. Rebecca
life............... I read all the blog. It´s life. His mother left this planet before you and me... It´s sad. It´s life once again and it will be like that. No doubt suffering is common to all human beings, no matter what latitude we are in. Love from Argentina. Graciela.
The right thing to do I understand him very good. I went through this agony 6 years ago, and part of it is still with me. It will always be. You did the right thing, just being there for him.
Christelle
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Hello, The photoshoot seems great, would you have the contact or name of the studio? I am interested! Thanks, Happy rabbit year!