This spring I went to the States for a six week trip. It was a busy time, but great to see everyone and always funny when facing reverse culture shock (I had the hardest time remembering to flush the toilet paper). While I was home my youngest sister, Nadia, got engaged (to Sam)! The wedding is planned for August third. I couldn't stay over the summer because I had responsibilities here, but I'm planning on another quick two weeker for the wedding. It will be perfect timing cuz I will need a new visa as well!
This summer is going along slowly, but its been nice to slow it down and breath for a little while. I have a feeling things will pick up quickly in the fall, so I am appreciating this season of "chill" (not cold, but slang for calm). Its nice because with the extra free time I have been able to study Chinese a bit more, practice playing Ukulele, writing (not on my blog) and some other random things that I haven't had time for in awhile.
This month I turned 23 and my dog turned 10 months old! He is doing good, he is full grown and quite big guy, but still very pupyish which is cute and annoying as most pet owners will understand.
While I was home this last time I made a quick 3 minute video that is a recap on my last two years in China (yes this month makes it two years-wow) and my update for the future. If you are interested in watching it you can contact my other sister, Nicole.
But for those not interested, here is the news that I was waiting to broadcast until I was (first of all) sure and (second of all) had told my friends here in China... next year I will be moving back to the States.
When I moved to China I thought it was going to be about two or three years, this last January I started processing my time here and what I wanted the future to look like. I love China and there were so many reasons I wanted to stay and I could think of so many opportunities. But when I broke down what my priorities were, one was finishing my University education. Since coming to China I have started going part time online to WSU. It has been good, but at this point I want to finish it up and do something with it. Which led me to going full time to school back in Washington. So next year (most likely Spring or Summer) I will move back and start going to school full-time in the fall. It will take about three years to finish, and after that? Only God and time can tell.
Although I should warn you, I doubt it includes spending too much time in America ;)
This summer is going along slowly, but its been nice to slow it down and breath for a little while. I have a feeling things will pick up quickly in the fall, so I am appreciating this season of "chill" (not cold, but slang for calm). Its nice because with the extra free time I have been able to study Chinese a bit more, practice playing Ukulele, writing (not on my blog) and some other random things that I haven't had time for in awhile.
This month I turned 23 and my dog turned 10 months old! He is doing good, he is full grown and quite big guy, but still very pupyish which is cute and annoying as most pet owners will understand.
While I was home this last time I made a quick 3 minute video that is a recap on my last two years in China (yes this month makes it two years-wow) and my update for the future. If you are interested in watching it you can contact my other sister, Nicole.
But for those not interested, here is the news that I was waiting to broadcast until I was (first of all) sure and (second of all) had told my friends here in China... next year I will be moving back to the States.
When I moved to China I thought it was going to be about two or three years, this last January I started processing my time here and what I wanted the future to look like. I love China and there were so many reasons I wanted to stay and I could think of so many opportunities. But when I broke down what my priorities were, one was finishing my University education. Since coming to China I have started going part time online to WSU. It has been good, but at this point I want to finish it up and do something with it. Which led me to going full time to school back in Washington. So next year (most likely Spring or Summer) I will move back and start going to school full-time in the fall. It will take about three years to finish, and after that? Only God and time can tell.
Although I should warn you, I doubt it includes spending too much time in America ;)
Matthew will be at WSU too - if you go to the Pullman campus you will probably see each other! Looking forward to seeing you in August - hope that we will also be at the wedding - I can't remember the date, but Shea thought it was going to work out. Take care Tash - Kris Cromwell
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