In a year, I have become smarter in getting around. (If you know me well, you would know I'm not the best person when it comes to directions). I have become more responsible in taking care of myself and of my own home. I've discovered I can still ride a bike and have conquered my fear of riding it on the busy streets of Beijing. I have experienced the four seasons. I have learned how to cook. I've ditched the gym and have become more disciplined in keeping fit by myself. I've ridden an overnight train and, not to mention, a camel. I've gone to the Great Wall, the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, Shanghai, Taishan Mountain, Inner Mongolia, and a lot of other places. I have learned just about enough Chinese to get around. I have learned how diverse people can be. I am now a Disney Trainer and have conducted at least 3 academic trainings for my team; being a teacher has extended from delivering fun learning experiences inside the classroom to helping co-teachers in what we do.
The decision to come and work here has been a good one as I have clearly grown so much. The lessons I have learned are endless. I am looking forward to more days of adventure and surprises ahead. :)
