Sunday, October 14th Dear Toms, you have carried me across this city to places now explored. From the Yuyuan Commodity Markets, to daily walks down Yishan Lu, to coffee dates at Bastiaans, to dinner dates just around the corner, you my dear Toms have kept my feet sheltered and warm. We have covered many miles … More Day 287: These Toms were made for walking
Saturday, October 13th This day our group from the cruise had a BBQ at Pete and Lisa’s apartment. The weather was gorgeous and we sat outside all evening enjoying the weather and each other’s company. With mosquito killing racquet in hand, we chatted all night, cooking and eating lots of good food. It was so nice … More Day 286: BBQ in China
Since I am so far behind on the Photo of the Day I might start posting one catch up photos with the current one each day. Hopefully it won’t get too confusing. Yikes. Bear with me! Friday, October 12th Sometimes China makes me crazy. Whether it’s some guy stubbornly blocking my way on the subway … More Day 285: Dealing with the Absurd
Thursday, October 11th Some scenes of the day. Obviously it involved some coffee and a lot of work. That is my kind of day! How is it Monday already? And how is it almost November already?? Wow.
Wednesday, October 10th On the cruise we met an American family who has lived in Shanghai for several years. The wife mentioned that she is a member of the American Women’s Group in Shanghai and encouraged me to attend their events. Fate would have it that their monthly meet and greet took place just a … More Day 283: Coffee, Kimchi, and Healthy Digestion
I hope you enjoyed my life in China update. Taking an unexpected week off blogging has been both good and bad. Bad because blogging gives me a chance to reflect on my experiences and helps me move forward with purpose. Good because it forced me to focus on building my business and connecting with people. It … More Day 282: My Health Coaching Journey- Halfway Thoughts
I’m back! Finally! Sorry for the crazy long hiatus. Exactly one week ago our VPN crapped out. This meant no Youtube, no Google, no Twitter, no Hulu, no Facebook (not that I am on FB anyways), and no WordPress! Gasp! China blocks such essential websites. It took a week to get the VPN back online and … More Day 281: Life in China Update and Catching Up
Hososhima, Japan As the sun sets on the rocky coast, electric lights hearkening back to the traditional Japanese lanterns of the past light up against the darkening sky. They are a beacon in the night and a welcome sight to spirits dwelling in nearby shrines.
Check out Japan Cruise Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 Thursday We ended sleeping very little and waking up ridiculously early for our final excursion into Tokyo. I was especially grumpy but brightened up a little with a lovely rainbow over Yokohama. However, both Peter and I were set to have a rough day, … More Japan Cruise Part 4: Imperial Palace and Asakusa Kannon Temple
Hososhima, Japan Deep in a cave off the coast of Japan, a small shrine awaits those travelers who dare enter between rising tides. A Torii glows red in the dwindling sunlight, marking the gateway from the profane to the sacred. Venturing deeper towards the shrine, the cave swallows you whole in a cocoon of cool … More Day 279: The Gateway
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