When I finally got used to seeing a mass of people all around me, I had the opportunity to make relationships and start to learn about Chinese culture. I saw a desire to be unique and to succeed. I saw determination to better one’s life, and more importantly the lives of children. And even though you will have to fight for a seat on the bus, the generosity of a Chinese host or friend is unparalleled. The miles of moving cranes and growing buildings helped me understand that this country is constantly evolving and developing.
It’s only when one is in such a starkly different situation that such understanding is revealed. I look forward to taking another walk down a different Chinese street someday!
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