Saturday, June 13, 2009

Family
Felix came to ETSU last August. For his first several days, he stayed with our friends, the Copes. Joe and I also helped him get settled. Now, he is home in Hangzhou for the summer. Felix enjoys the US, but he says there are times when he wishes he did not have to return to our campus. I know what he means. Even if you know the language, there is something inherently uncomfortable about a foreign culture.















We were warmly received by Felix' family (see above).
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1 comment:

Bo said...

I like Felix. Hope he does come back. Everytime I had to leave the country (the US) I had a feeling of dread.

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