Made it to China

Way to go Monty!

Places do change, admin rules change, people in high positions move up or down, creating new processes.

In China we can never say 'never'.  Just as we can never say 'always'.

It's been a while since I posted. I have been super busy with my transition to China and getting settled at my school; Guangdong Baiyun University. It has gone very smoothly. I am thrilled with the school and my apartment. I am especially happy with my students. They are very attentive, polite and eager to learn.

I am having the time of my life and am so pleased that I made the decision to come to China and pursue this teaching life.

Thanks for all your help in making this transition smooth and easy.

The University is everything I was told it would be and better in many respects. It is located a little distance from the city in a small village. The air is clean and the people are very friendly. The University staff is very helpful and accommodating. The hustle and bustle of the city is out of sight, but not too far away. Bus transportation is excellent.

I have met a lot of new friends and am excited about exploring as much of China as I can.

I will keep you posted as things continue to develop here.

Thanks again for your support. This website was a big help.

good on you mate.  I did a quick search and came up with this damning report of some peoples experience. 

http://www.teachenglishinasia.net/runawaytrike/bai-yun-university-guangzhou-china-bai-yun-xue-yuan

But it just goes to show that so much depends on the individual. When i came to my current school almost 3years ago, an older guy (a priest) who had been working there for 4 years had nothing but bad things to say about the place,  kids and admin staff so it all depends on your perspective i think and your expectations.

I agree, Fox...so much depends upon our attitude and willingness to change and adapt and accept new ways. As for me, that is why I came to China...to experience a new way of life and learn to appreciate another culture radically different than my own. Thanks for your comment.

Keep the momentum going!  Put effort into learning Chinese, and especially meeting more people and making more connections.  That's what will power you through the year.

Tanks Con Ate Dog...I am picking up some Chinese...my students like to help me! As for connections, I know it's important here and will do my best. Right now I'm just having fun.

Tanks Con Ate Dog...I am picking up some Chinese...my students like to help me! As for connections, I know it's important here and will do my best. Right now I'm just having fun.

Happy to hear that mate, and long may it continue! 

Thanks, Fozzwaldus...me too.