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Getting Chinese Internet

Getting Chinese Internet

Internet, the one object we use daily and take for granted. In the 21st century home internet is vital for staying connected with loved ones, keeping your business going, finding recipes, learning, writing a blog and more. It took over one month for us to get internet...

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Noodles for Long Life

Noodles for Long Life

There was a sauna feel to the restaurant. Lots of fish and Asian spices held in the air with the beer and laughter singing along to the harmony of the eventide. It was as the Chinese would say a "wanshang hao"- (good evening). I was asked earlier that day if I would...

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I’m a Tourist?

I’m a Tourist?

The Yellow Sea in Qingdao, China is less than a few miles from our home. It took a few weeks, but my husband, Denny, and I finally made a trip to it. Gazing at the sailboats were peaceful. Breathing in fresh ocean air was relaxing. People watching was amusing. I...

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World Travelers: Easy Meal

World Travelers: Easy Meal

Wisdom for travelers or people who like to be gluten-free A few bowls, plates, cups, chop sticks, 2 forks, 1 sauce pan and wok fill our cupboards. It's a challenge making meals when there isn't much in your kitchen. I say a challenge but that is only going to grow me...

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Aladdin is in Qingdao

Aladdin is in Qingdao

This is my neighborhood for about the next 10 months (well about a 15minute walk). I am learning living in China is a constant game of a scavenger hunt. Good thing I like the game! It's a real treat when you stumble on a secret place the locals visit and do life. This...

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The PPPP! Qingdao Restaurant

The PPPP! Qingdao Restaurant

Denny and I stumbled upon this restaurant with hungry belly's so when I swiftly sat down I thought the restaurant's name was PPPP! "That's a funny name," I thought. Do you see the sign in the above picture? This Chinese restaurant again sat us with strangers, a mother...

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The Church in Qingdao

The Church in Qingdao

For those of you who are travelers or foreigners who are curious this is what fellowship with believers looks like on a Sunday morning in Qingdao, China. There is only one church for foreigners to congregate in this beautiful city. Chinese residents are not allowed to...

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China: A Sweet Black-Out

China: A Sweet Black-Out

We still do not have electricity. We contacted our employers and they had one of our co-workers give us the information to receive electricity. Denny and I were on the bus to the “electricity place” when he was talking to a Chinese person to figure out where the place...

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Our Home in Qingdao, China

Our Home in Qingdao, China

For about another 11 months this flat is our new home....no more moving. Praise the Lord. I included pictures from our old apartment too! [If you want to see the picture bigger then click on the picture] Welcome to our home and the life of a traveling gypsy. [gallery...

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To My Sis: Birthday Wishes from Overseas

To My Sis: Birthday Wishes from Overseas

Happy Birthday to my baby sister Lauren!  To those who don't know me this post might not interest you but this tid bit of information will.  I am overseas in China for at least a year and I still want to send birthday wishes to my loved ones. I love thoughtful gifts...

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