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A little update on my future plans. It is a positive yes for me to be heading to China for a few years. It is still not certain if CB will be moving with me. It’s not a problem with the family. It is just that we (CB and I) are not sure what’s best for CB, yet. Arrrgggh! We only have about six months to make the decision and act on it. Oh yeah, I am moving in August. At least that’s the current plan.
I think Angela was afraid that I’d fear difficulties in China. I admit, I am nervous. It is not what I am familiar with. I don’t know anything about the hotel business. But I am not afraid, and I am eager to learn. Anyhoo. To help relax my attitude, Angela said, “you won’t have too much to do. You will have time for your spiritual practice. And what a place to do that!” True. It is amazingly beautiful in Zhangjiajie. Just look at this:
I wonder how often I will actually set foot in the parks though. Oh, did I mention that Zhang is the way they spell my last name in mainland China? Zhangjiajie consists of three Chinese characters. It translates to “Zhang family homeland”. Meant to be? Another tidbit of information. When I was there in 2002, I didn’t see birds flying around. I wondered where they went? Were they eaten? eeekk! Lots of moths though. Yikes! Moths!
Tuesday, 19. February 2008
Wow! I am so happy for you. I hope you and CB come to a decision soon, and that it’s one you’re both happy with.
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:36 pm:
Thanks Annika! We are trying. There are so many factors. The biggest one is status. How do you stay in a foreign country without a work visa. Of course, we may find him a job there, too.
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
Wow, it’s absolutely gorgeous!
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:38 pm:
Yes, it is.
Although I don’t know what it’s like in 2008. These photos were taken in 2002. But I’ve heard the government tries very hard maintain the international status of the parks.
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
Wow man, it’s beautiful! Can I come too?
you guys have quite the set of hills to climb but remember, there are no hills that have not been climbed already.
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:40 pm:
Of course you can come.
It takes at least 5 days to quickly go through the area. It will take a long time to really explore the parks.
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
Oh Jason, those photos… what beautiful areas!
Your family homeland, eh? :^)
Decisions, decisions…
XOX
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:42 pm:
Thanks Marianne! Our ancestral home is actually a few hours drive from Zhangjiajie.
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
What beautiful pictures!
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:42 pm:
Thank you Ken!
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
How beautiful! Good luck!
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:43 pm:
Thank you Aija. We can use the good luck!
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
Oh my god! For reals!?! Jason, what will we do without you?? Let me know if you need a meditation buddy to explore all those serene natural places with. That flat rock next to the stream looks like the perfect place to sit for an hour or an eternity ;-).
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:45 pm:
Yes, for reals. I am hoping to travel back to the States often. At least over the winter holidays. Hopefully twice a year.
Yes, come over and meditate!
Oh, remember what I said about the grand opening.
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Wednesday, 20. February 2008
These pictures are amazing! Thanks for sharing.
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Jason reply on February 20th, 2008 7:45 pm:
Thank you, and you are welcome.
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Friday, 22. February 2008
Wow, Jason I am amazingly happy for you, and totally jealous too. I would love to go where you are going. Top of my list for travels are Japan and China, but just look at where you are going, wow.
I am sorry that you may be parted from CB for a while, that is not a happy situation, however its do-able, so don’t sweat it too much if he doesn’t join you out there, things always work out.
Kathy
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Jason reply on February 22nd, 2008 7:16 pm:
Thank you, Kathy! It will be an adventure for sure. You can always come for a visit!
I am going to keep up with the blogging as long as there is access. I’ll probably create a Zhangjiajie blog, too. Who knows. I can’t seem to find much info on the city. Not in English anyway.
CB and I have been together for almost 10 years now. It’s going to be tough being apart. Oh, I should stop thinking like that. We haven’t figured the whole thing out, yet.
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Monday, 25. February 2008
The country looks really interesting. I have to give you credit for taking such a positive attitude towards this move and I’m thinking positive thoughs about this new enterprise
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Jason reply on February 26th, 2008 4:23 pm:
Thank you Jane.
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