Am I Still in China

I have gotten used to most of China. The loud honking that is constant. The need to not breathe for 30 seconds as you pass by a bad smell and try not to think of what it is. Not fully understanding what my students are laughing at during breaks in class. The constant amazement on peoples faces that I am taller than them. Also not being scared to cross the intersections.

The things that have thrown me off in the last couple weeks:

-Burger King opening up below my apartment building
-Realizing Starbucks and Burger King are actually the two closest places to get food from my apartment
-Being able to watch the new Hunger Games and The Martian in english at the movies
-Looking forward to playing N64 this weekend (friend had his shipped from Canada)
-Having chicken nuggets and fries for dinner from my toaster oven

Basically the things I am having a hard time getting used to are the things from back home. I think that is a good sign that I have fully adjusted to life over here. This semester has about 9 weeks left before I switch over to teaching English. I may also be teaching Economics, but there is some course shuffling going around so not 100% on that.

Big thing coming up is trip with Dad.
Dad- Look at these places and see which ones interest you
Hue- old imperial capital
Hoi An- old city and famous for tailoring
Nha Trang- Beaches and historical city
Mui Ne- Red Sand Dunes/ATVing
Halong Bay
Ho Chi Mihn City- viet cong tunnels and war remnants museum 

In school I am attempting to teach them essays. I think Shannon would be shocked to learn that considering all the help she gave me with it. Attempting to teach these students how to write a thesis has become a daily struggle. At least 3 times a week I am meeting with students during lunch and usually 3 times after school also.

Have not been approached for a second year by the Principal but can tell he is already thinking I will be back next year. It is at the point where I feel the need to start thinking seriously about it. I feel comfortable here, the money is good, the cost of living is cheap and the students are great. I would say talking with the students is usually the best part of my day which i guess is good as a teacher.

So that is about all I can think of for now. If you have any questions about china throw them in the comment section.

Just got confirmation that my flight to Hanoi is booked. So see you there dad.

The China Kid