So I’ve taught my two classes for four weeks now. Life is really busy, and I’m seeing the stress on my body in the form of extra headaches. That said, I’m seeing so much good in being around the students more. They’re such an awesome bunch. And the double-time work is just for a short…
I wasn’t going to do another what-I-did-this-week email so soon but, given recent developments, my schedule may be less typical for the rest of the semester. Last week was a short week because of Chinese New Year. Normal “work” included 2 singing lessons (with girls from youth group), 2 youth groups (a record of 50…
On the way to church this morning the taxi I was in had to travel by a circuitous route as the main expressway was closed. There was no explanation, just a guy with a police car and cones blocking the on-ramp. The driver and I both assumed that some dignitary was travelling that road in…
I am frequently asked what a “typical day” looks like for me. I never know what to say. It’s a legitimate question, and I appreciate the interest in what I do. While youth work is the most natural thing in the world to me, I understand that many of you have no idea how it…
A new year begins. Already. 2011 seemed so short and so long all at once. This year… …I did a LOT of travel. I worked out that I spent 20% of 2011 outside China. I hope to do less travel next year but not sure how that will work out. …I began to REALLY enjoy…
Hi everyone, It’s now Autumn in Beijing. The temperature cooled off quite suddenly a few weeks ago and now I need a cardigan at night. The weather has been beautiful for most of the past week – clear skies and warm sun. I am soaking up the sun while it is still around! I’m sorry…
Stories From Tanya 