China, Part II.

So... I'm leaving the country again in 13 days. I'm excited, I'm terrified, I don't know what the future holds, but I do know what I want from it. And I know how to get it.

I'm not the best student, but I enjoy learning for my own sake. I know what education I would like for myself, and I don't need a degree to prove it to anyone. However, I find it within my best interests to return and (if possible) teach English in China -- if I can find a place willing to change my visa. Authorities are cracking down on that lately, and there have been a spate of incidents with foreigners in the past couple months. If it doesn't happen, this is just as much a necessary emotional venture.

All in all, though, this is the next step for my education. Grades won't get me far enough, but life experience will. I'm ready to go back to school, and really latch on to mastering another language. I know exactly what I need to avoid this time around, and what to embrace.

We'll be in touch. :)