Monthly Archives: July 2011

In China noise is everywhere.  “Developing country” can be taken quite literally because everything is under construction and being developed.  The Chinese do not stop and everything  appears to be happening at a rapid pace.  Whether it be a three-wheeled … Continue reading →

In order to get ready for teaching college level students, the Peace Corps puts volunteers through a two-week model school program.  Every other day for two weeks, I teach ten college level Chinese students for an hour and a half.  … Continue reading →

With people and vehicles everywhere (and not being able to speak the language), it is often difficult to notice some of the finer details of Chinese culture.  Not a lot of what I see in China makes sense to me, … Continue reading →

I feel as though it is necessary to discuss how much of an adventure driving can be in China.  In fact adventure is definitely an understatement.  I think my host mom Linda described it best this morning when she said, … Continue reading →

Host Fam: Meeting your host family is a nerve-wracking situation for volunteers.  The unknowns of living in a different type of environment, under different rules and cultural norms is not something that you encounter every day.  Last Tuesday I met … Continue reading →

Staging:  Staging took place in Chicago.  Lots of motivating activities/ speeches that got everyone stoked to board a plane to China.  It was great to meet the 82 other volunteers.  Some fascinating people who I will no doubt form long-lasting … Continue reading →