Adventures in Kunming and Beyond

MIA again. But I’m trying to keep a low profile. Of course the usual array of mishaps and trouble have found me, but I’ve come to believe my purpose in China is to be an unintentional rebel. Sweet. But, having been here over two months now, I think the initial culture shock has worn off, so a lot of things that I would have flipped out over don’t really phase me anymore. Anyway, somewhat survived midterms. But on to current events. We’re hopefully heading to Dali for the weekend. (By hopefully I mean that I have yet to receive approval for cancelling my one Friday class.) If I do indeed get to make the trip (trust me, it’s entirely possible that said department will revoke my request), it should be a good weekend away from Kunming. On a sidenote: Halloween China-style also rocked.

In other interesting local news: The weather has been decent and somewhat Fallish. Despite the periodic rain, I think the overall climate is pretty awesome in comparison to other parts of China (ie. I regularly see a clear blue sky and the sun). Um, also if you happen to see Kunming in the news anytime soon, there was a huge drug bust on a deal that was headed here. And finally, just for your amusement, our school is hosting an aerobics competition next week. Yeah. It’s insane. It’s like synchronized aerobics for guys and girls. If you walk around campus, there are huge groups of people practicing. I’m even talking all-male groups. But, the best part is that the foreign teachers are going to be paraded around at it…in special outfits. It will be picture-worthy, for sure. And, evidently school is cancelled for two days for this blessed event. Nice for Thanksgiving, but lack of notice is not cool. Never a dull moment

And finally, if there was ever a good introduction to China, it would be this (hilarious and sadly true!!): http://www.sinosplice.com/china/pictguide/

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