Just call me Li

Tuesday:
Today we worked on learning tones in Chinese - you know the four ways to say ma. Remember that Megan?
I also got my Chinese name. My surname is Zhu and my personal name is Li. Our teacher said that means beautiful kind heart, so I guess I'm good with that.

Our lecture moved from pottery to the Bronze Age and tomorrow we go to the Shaanxi Museum to see some of the objects we have been studying. It should be very interesting. Professor Juliano talked about putting her hand inside a pot that is thousands of years old and feeling the handprint of the person that made it - quite a connection for a historian!

We had lunch, which is getting better as we all get better at knowing at least somewhat what to order. We then had our first workshop session where we talk about how we plan to use in our classrooms what we are gaining. I am surrounded by such talented teachers that will be such wonderful resources.

We then headed with my Chinese friend, Fay to the bookstore. It was a bit of a hike and another adventure. I did end up with a English/Chinese translation book so my mission was complete. On the way home, we were happy to find a great place to get these warm buns that are stuffed with a variety of fillings (eggplant, tofu, sour cabbage, and meat). We got some to take back and had a small feast.

It's only 8:45, but I'm beat so got to go to sleep as the sun wakes me up at 6 AM. Soon we will get to have tai chi lessons in the morning. We requested it, and Kevin is looking for a master to lead us. It is a total carpe diem experience - I was one of the seven to sign up as I figure when else would I get the opportunity to do tai chi with a Chinese Master?

Good night and good morning to you!