me on old Beijing street

A Walk in the Parks: One afternoon with my local friend and guide

June 16th 2010
Yesterday was a good day. I met my friend I had made on-line while studying in Shanghai earlier this week, and we really hit it off. Hanging out with him is the experience I wish I could have had with more locals in Shanghai, as our conversations are educational, and give me an opportunity for real cultural exchange and a chance to practice my Chinese, as we'll use as much Chinese as my level allo ... read more

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Always ask "why not" and let your experiences re-define you. Hello readers :) I'm Elizabeth, a soon to be 26 year old American student in China. I've lived abroad before for almost four years (in Germany) and traveled extensively in Europe during that time. After about three years back in the States, I'm happy to have returned to the international community and to have the chance to explore another part of the world. While I started this blog as a way to keep my friends and family (now scattered around the world) apprised of my travels and experiences, I have been delighted to fin... full info

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