What an exciting, thrilling, and bumpy summer it has been. My life has gone up and down, side to side, and even curves I couldn\u2019t see coming were thrown. But it was all with a greater purpose in the end. All leading up to this moment — departure time. In just a couple of months I went from being a young man with only school to worry about, to an expecting father with a lot more responsibilities at hand. Nonetheless, I have been blessed with an amazing partner, some remarkable parents, and a great circle of friends. And this combined has paved the road to this exciting adventure ahead.<\/p>\n
Shanghai seems like an amazing city, full of new cultural experiences awaiting to be fulfilled. I have only studied the language for one semester thus far; and I have taken much interest on the ways in which the Chinese live their lives. Youtube, Alliance, and my friends that have a background in Chinese life have been great sources of what to expect and look out for while abroad. I must say that the one concern I have that sticks out is how I will adapt to the cuisine. By no means am I afraid to try anything, but while I was in Japan I had a few experiences with their gastronomical delicacies which were hard to get used to.<\/p>\n
Packing has been the most intricate part of planning this trip. I really do not enjoy having limitations as to what I can potentially bring. However it did make for a great shopping spree which is always nice.<\/p>\n
I have less than 24 hours before I embark the plane ( which I have a huge fear of), and it is a very bitter-sweet feeling having to leave everything I love behind. I really hope this experience can shape the way I see and do things for the better.<\/p>\n
Overall I am extremely excited to start this new venture! I will try to keep an updated blog throughout my trip and experiences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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