Update- in points format!

Feb. 6, 2008- Watched the most extensive, longest fireworks/firecrackers display I've ever seen as the Chinese New Year started in Beijing. Unfortunately, I didn't have a camera with me, but take my word for it, it was amazing.

Feb. 7, 2008- Returned to the US after a year of teaching in China.

Feb/early March 2008- East Coast of the US, from Virginia to Maine. Mostly in DC. Unsuccessfully tried to introduce Chinese hackysack into local population.

March 19, 2008- Flew to Costa Rica to see my parents/ live the good life (for a little while).