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Thursday, June 06, 2002

Getting ready for 6 months in China

Studying for my Chinese language final tomorrow.  Then after that, I'll have Religion and Anthropology finals, all about China.  I'm all Chinesed out!  But I don't think that I'm quite psychologically prepared for my move - in 2 weeks I'll be in Beijing.  I have such a comfortable existence here in Santa Barbara, that it is hard to fathom a place with no ocean at my doorstep, mountains in my backyard, and multiple board sports to choose from.  At least I'll take my trusty skateboard - and represent the classic stereotype Californian, cruising around in boardshorts and sandals.  Plus my blonde hair is fairly long and ragged, some would say borderline "feral", which should create a stir. In a sea of black hair, there's no way I'll fit in, so I may as well have fun with it.