2005 is here :)
wow, just as I became 23, I am already thinking that this year Iwill be 24, well and truly mid-20s. It should be about time to thinkabout a) relationship (girlfriend), b) paid job, c) some kind offixed residence and many other things, that I don't have. Butinstead I am planning a weekend trip soon to an Ice festival inHarbin (average -20 degrees C), 90% sure to pay my tuition fees andstart studying Chinese until the Summer and fighting for our 1internet line in a crowded appartment!
Last year was great; this year will probably be even better. This isnot an email for refelction though, maybe that will be some othertime. For now I will just explain about the recent hoilday down tothe South of China with most of my family (Beth was left at homestudying!).
It was a fantastic trip; Yangshuo was probably the highlight withgreat scenery, wonderful little shops and cafes, nice people, cheapclothes and food, a christmassy spirit and international feel(apparently lots of foreigners backpack there and end up stayingthere setting up shop). The weather was not great (it was not verywarm), but I highly reccommend it. It was, unfortunately, nottypical of Tourism in China; which more typically destroys naturalbeauty and social beauty (as in tacky merchandise).
Hong Kong was also fantastic; much better than my expectations. Itis very diverse, multicultural, modern and a great blend of Chinaand 'home' (english road signs!). It was also a nice hotel with apool on the 31st floor outside.
anyway must go now, but more to come very soon.
have a great 2005!!
Adam
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