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So here it is. Less than a week away for departure to home in Springfield, MO (Friday, December 19, 2008 to be exact). I want to go home and see family and friends as I miss everyone. BUT a big part of me will still be longing to be in China. I really enjoyed it here over the last four moths. Not every day was a smiling and exciting moment but most of them were.
I am sitting in Shanghai right now (my last domestic China trip) while writing and know that this is the city in which I would ideally come live and work when I return. China was nothing I expected it to be. It was better.
So my two papers are done. I have 3 tests to give and one to take of my own on Monday and Tuesday. Turn grades in on Wednesday morning and do some shopping in Dalian Wednesday afternoon. Pack Thursday and fly home Friday (Dalian ->Beijing ->Chicago ->Springfield). Once I get home the holidays are in full swing. After Christmas, Doug and I are joining friends in Vegas for a week long trip for New Year's so if you don't hear from me right away, please don't think I am avoiding you. I hope to see/talk with everyone by the middle of January before starting my last semester of grad school (YEA!!!).
I am still sorting through the 500+ pictures that I have taken and will continue adding to the blog even when I do get home so that everyone can easily read about my experiences and see the pictures. Happy Holidays (Holy Days) everyone!!!
Zai jian
Isaac
(Wang Fei Long)
11/29/08 Addition - Kylie X concert in Shanghai
