Well! Here I am in China. It's been a bit over a week and I've finally figured out how to circumvent the Chinese government's blocking of my blog. I guess they were concerned that www.duncanharviesblog.blogspot.com may contain some inflammatory material. Like Andy.
This past 10 days has been insane/amazing. Describing me as a fish out of water would be a huge understatement. Fortunately I have the support of a great group of people in the foreign department here at Jilin #1 High School. If not for them I don't know if I'd still be here. It's really hard to articulate how little I know, how difficult it is to do the simplest tasks, and how frustrating it is not being able to talk or read but it's certainly a humbling experience. I'll never look at a foreigner in Canada the same way again.
So, I'm here safely and the adventure has begun. Now that I know how to get to my blog I'll update it more regularly. Thank you to everyone for sending emails; they are precious.
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Way to stick it to the man Duncan. Keep it up, no doubt these first couple weeks will be the most challenging. In hindsight, I suspect they'll also be the most hilarious.
ReplyDeleteDid people in China recognize you as one of the Hacks?
ReplyDeleteThe important part: Have you discovered 1. where the beer is, 2. how to order beer. Best of luck on your important quest.
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from you Dunc! We miss you; I still look at your door everytime I stroll past. Glad to hear that you sound really positive despite the crazy stuff that you've been up against, an amazing learning experience I'm sure!
ReplyDeletexo, K