It's Burrr Cold!

This week began with a rude awakening. Winter has officially arrived here. I didn't expect to bust out the scarves and gloves this quickly. I was aware that very few people have heat in their homes, but I was not nearly prepared mentally or wardrobe wise as I should have been for this winter with NO HEAT! Everyone keeps their jackets on while inside and bundle up even more when heading outside. This is a new way of living that I must embrace or be left out in the cold – literally!

Now on to more important topics like Chinese and coffee, an old love and a new found endeavor. A coffee shop has been located, two in actually. They are in fact right next door to each other. A place to go, drink a warm latte (remember it's freezing!), study and call a second home is a welcomed find for me right now. There are many adjustments to living in a new place. It doesn't matter how far away either...new city, state or country. Finding new places that are apart of everyday life is so valuable. Where will I get coffee and have a home away from home? Where will I shop for food? Where will I buy my hair product (oh I hope I can find mine here)? The list could go on, but you get the idea. All of this to say, I think I’ve found my happy place. Learning Chinese is bound to get better with a latte in hand.

Lastly, I’ve been thinking about Thanksgiving and all the many things I am grateful for in my life. I look forward to sharing more of these thoughts in an upcoming blog. A new video blog will be up next week if I not frozen solid first.

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