…China is like …

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1: China is like an exotic fish you hear about and doubt if you should try or not, but once you do you find it’s not that bad. But after a while, you notice it has a bit of an aftertaste, so you rework the old recipe to make it work for you/your taste.

2: The best part about living in China is experiencing a different culture and learning/ practicing the different dialects of Chinese.

3: The most difficult part about living in China being “different” and people occasionally going out of their way to show/tell you how different you are. It can be exhausting trying to explain who you are, and that you really are no different ( wash my hair in the shower, yes, I get darker in the sun, etc) than the person asking 21 questions.

4: Your favorite thing you’ve done in China that you haven’t done anywhere else!  That’s a hard one. The Great Wall Concert séries a few years ago with all of my closest friends. Some who have now passed on, and  others who were just passing through China.

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1: China is like a song you don’t particularly like but keep playing it because it grew on you and the beat is nice.

2: The best part about living in China is being able to pursue dreams, save money and live lavishly. Oh, let’s not forget traveling.

3: a- The most difficult part is the racial tension, blurs, and lines.

    b- The most difficult thing about China is time. I’m convinced that 24 hours here are          different than 24 hours in other parts of the world. I sometimes never seem to have          enough time.

4: My favorite thing I’ve done in China hmmmm –this is a hard one. I’ve done a lot of things in other parts of the world, but nothing in China really stands out. Well maybe I’d have to say unlocking my creative genius.

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1. China is like…a formerly “sleeping giant” that’s wide awake and a major global player.

2. The best part about living in China… Shanghai. It’s a 24/7 city with endless energy, possibilities and opportunities. You can put in the effort and make impactful connections.

3. The most difficult part about living in China…homesickness. I’m grateful that there’s a pretty solid Black expat community that’s very supportive, communicative and understanding.

4. Your Favorite thing you’ve done in China…personal growth. Living and working here is radically different from life back home in the States. I’m grateful for the opportunities I have had to move closer to my dreams and make some of them real.

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1. Most days, living in China is like … preparing to walk out into torrential rain storm only to cross the threshold of your doorway and have the sun come creeping out 2 minutes later. You prepare for a day not knowing what to expect only to end up having a good day in the end.

2. The best part about living in China…is connecting with the large expat community and becoming friends with people from all around the world…even more exciting is having weekly brunches with said group of people.

3. The most difficult part about living in China is the ideal that no matter how much of the customs you pick up, or how much of the language you learn, you will always be seen as a foreigner.

4. Your Favorite thing you’ve done in China … live with a farm family in rural China. The days were warm and peaceful and I would come home to fresh cut watermelon everyday by the grandpa. Every day all my favorite dishes were cooked with fresh ingredients, eggs included by the grandmother. And after dinner I would join the ayis dancing my heart away. I felt so honored and welcomed in the rural village.

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“life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all”  – Hellen Keller

*I choose ADVENTURE

…only the best for you all … MJ is always a good choice!

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