No Tears Today!
Felt a bit better today. It’s just hard not knowing. Depending on what I can get on my pension refund, that will let me know what I will do if I can’t find another job in China. I feel like it took me years to get into the swing of things, and it’s over way…
I Cried Today…
And nothing really bad happened! It’s messed up, but I think I was thinking about the pension fund they give to expats when they leave China. Unless I can convince someone to hire me once I hit 60, I’ll have to leave. And I would LOVE to stay in China for a few more years.…
Another Tuesday, Over
Tuesdays are my longest days. But it’s fine. The hard part is done, and it’s still early in the week. Today, it was overcast. My midday nap came easily. During my last class, I looked out the window and saw it was raining. The rain turns the mountains hazy, they become a very light gray.…
What I Did Today (So Far)
I felt like I didn’t get much done today, but I did manage to go for a walk, grab lunch, go grocery shopping, finish some grading for a class, and prepare what I want to cover in my classes this week, PLUS I edited and uploaded a video. But I don’t know what I expect…
Keep Those Rejections Coming!
Got another rejection from a publisher this evening. How was your day?
Food Has Been a Problem Lately…
I already said I was a carboholic. But it seems like nothing else tastes good to me. Hopefully next week I can get back on track. At least there’s nothing seriously wrong with my back. Just aging.
Nagging Back Pain
So my back has been hurting pretty constantly for months now. Sometimes the pain is worse, sometimes it’s better. Today I went to the hospital to see what was going on. A CT scan was suggested, and it cost me around $39.20. And yes, it was a real scanning machine made by GE. Something up…
My Good Deed for the Day
I didn’t know I’d ordered three small bottles of Dawn dishwashing detergent in addition to the two and a half liter one that came yesterday. The three smaller bottles came today. I gave one to my next door neighbor. And now you know about my good deed for the day!
My Most Difficult Day of the Week…Over!
I get super tired on Tuesdays because it’s an all day thing, and I’m not used to working full days, but today went really well. Didn’t eat so well for supper, but whatever. I have to come to terms I may never lose this “last” twenty pounds. But I’d like to. I just don’t know…
Crazy Clutter
The clutter in my apartment is really starting to piss me off. I’ve ALWAYS had a problem with clutter and it makes me so mad. I tried to find some papers tonight, and I looked in all the logical places, but I couldn’t find them. I have updated replacements I can print out, but still.…
A Very Sunny Day
Not a cloud in the sky. Went for a nice long walk. I’ve been doing well with increasing physical activity. Had a nice talk with someone back home. Also got some work done for school. All in all, a good day.
Cooked for my Neighbor
Beef pepperstead and crab rangoon made with real crab. He enjoyed it. Had two servings. I’m not a bad cook, I just hate to cook.
Cold
We had another beautiful day today, but I underdressed. I wasn’t wearing a jacket, and so I was cold. I had to do a wire transfer back home, and sitting in the bank for two and a half hours was hard, because it was cold. I was also very sleepy. McDonald’s was a bit warmer,…
Teacher’s Union Benefits!
The teacher’s union I belong to usually sponsors two trips a year, usually to a historical site. I love these trips, because I get to see areas I wouldn’t normally find out about, and there’s history involved. Today we went to Linpu Village. It played a part in the Civil War. And the descendents of…
A Busy Day…
But at least I felt like getting out there and getting some stuff done. Haven’t felt that way in a long time, so getting out on such a beautiful day felt good. Taking a trip tomorrow, and looking forward to it.
I Made it Through…
Got through the longest, toughest day of the week today. Even felt energized enough to go to Ikea, but didn’t realize they closed at nine. Yes, I was that asshole leisurely walking through a super quiet store, thinking I had plenty of time to check out the Circular Market. I’m sorry, everybody.
More Proofreading Work!
Picked up some more proofreading work today. THIS is the kind of work I enjoy doing!
Surprise!
Today was one of those surprise days. I didn’t expect to go out, but I did. Two of my colleagues wanted to take me to Three Lanes, Seven Alleys, which is a cultural and historical place in the middle of town. It was a nice day weather wise. We went to the chocolate museum, and…
Hurray for 1980s Hair Styling Technology!
My banana clips came! I’ve been looking for these for YEARS here in China. But the only thing I could find was this. The piece of crap on the right just doesn’t do it. It has a flimsy clasp, and you can barely open it. I suppose this would work for a five-year-old, with wispy…
Would Recommend… Better Signage
So I finally got to go to Panda World today. It had been closed for renovations for several months. On one of my last vacation days, I went, but didn’t know I had to reserve in advance. So since I don’t have classes on Wednesdays for another four weeks, I went today. At least it…
Fireworks, Fireworks, Fireworks!
Fireworks at 4:30 a.m. this morning, and fireworks non-stop since it got dark today. Happy Lantern Festival and end of Chinese New Year! Sounds like a war zone, but it’s much safer here. Tell me, are things any more affordable in the states? Feel safer? Are you winning?
Well, the Sun Was Out Today…
Had a pizza, went grocery shopping, then took a long walk. Boy, it was warm today.
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