Today is the day that I will be going to Wu Han, China~! Flight was at 6am, however we had to gather at 5 30am (not used to waking up early >.<) When I reached the airport, everyone looked as nervous and as excited as me!! Was it because it was their first time going abroad or was it their first time traveling in a huge group?? Hmm.. After a short photo - taking sessions and bon voyages, it was time to check in. All of our parents were standing behind the glass panel waving goodbye. Already missing my mum and dad =) When we reached Wu Han airport, there were a bunch of students that stood in the freezing temperature and waited for us. Although it may seem like nothing to them, as they lived there their whole live. But to me, it was extremely touching to wait in the freezing cold for a period of time for a group of strangers that you have never met before. =) So they volunteered to carry our heavy luggage for us, up onto the bus to be transported to the university's dorm. On the 1 hour journey to the university, a student chatted with us throughout the trip. Questions were asked about out life in Singapore, our culture, weather and family. We felt like we knew each other for a long time, and rapport is rapidly built =)
The dorm was small, with 3 double beds, tables and chairs. It was not what we were used to back in Singapore. After viewing the entire dorm, i felt that i can not take things for granted anymore. We are very lucky to have thick mattress for beds, hot water for bathing.
After leaving our belongings in the dorms, we went right out the Wu Han streets for dinner for the local students. Food was cheap!!! For RMB4, u can have a hot plate of either meat or vegetables. In total, we ordered 5 dishes and one soup, which only cost us about RMB30 (s$6). Say cheap??
People back in Singapore, please miss me!!!! I am missing all of you terribly right now. At least, i have my Eeyore with me to kill boredom. Take care and see ya in 6 weeks!!!
Reflection
The people in China is very warm and welcoming. Although, we have our cultural difference, it was not hard to get pass it and form strong bonds even though it was only the first day. The local students always try to communicate with us in English, even if English is not the first language in China. This shows me that the Chinese are willing to put in effort to try and perfect whatever they put their mind to.
Loves, Charmaine^^
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