It's only about 3 weeks until I return home, and only 2 weeks until school is over! Time to get in all my ya-yas and exciting moments is running out fast. So that's why this weekend was spent very quietly, in preparation for the last stretch.
My Thanksgiving was quite pleasant, thanks to the lovely dinner put on by CIEE at the Mayfair Hotel. The buffet held quite a feast: Chinese food, American food, and sushi. There was all my favorites, including mashed potatoes, mac'n'cheese (Thanksgiving?), gravy, yams, and a pumpkin pie-esque dessert. I ate my fill, as I had fasted that day, as did all my tongxuemen (classmates). Unfortunately, due to the rich Western food, many people were quite overwhelmed and felt ill that night. But not me! I felt great!
Anna and I checked out Nanjing Lu on Saturday evening. It was quite crowded but I liked the shiny lights and happy atmosphere. I prefer to buy cheap products very cheaply on the street, instead of being ripped-off in stores.
Other interesting things this weekend:
1) Attempted to book a hotel for my dad and I. Fail. Matilda helped me though. She's a peach.
2) Mailed some postcards. Success. I know where to put them now.
3) McDonald's lunch special. SUCCESS! It's only 15 kuai!
4) IR paper. Fail. Will get done this week.
I've also been having some interesting conversations with both Chinese and non-Chinese about China. Chinese politics, policies, eating habits, you name it. As an international studies major, it tends to be macro things that I am most passionate about. I've been finding it very difficult to empathize with the Chinese point of view but still respectfully agree. Aw...Ellen's growing up! I hope I can acquire the skills to be a great diplomat between nations, because right now I just feel somewhat ignorant and righteous. It'll get better, I promise!
My tutor is taking me to a water town on Saturday. I am stoked!
Anyways, have a wonderful week.
ellen
P.S. Word of the day "luoben" = loo-oh-bun = streaking, like naked running 'streaking'
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