Sun Wukong, The Monkey King, enjoying the AC during my ride in a Didi across Chengdu. Now that I am determined to take a sabbatical from teaching for one or two semesters, a debate ping-pongs within my mind about whether I even want to return to China or not! There are aspects that draw me, numbering less than those that repel, but the positives have greater weight at present. For too long I've beaten the drum of what drives me nuts in China; all that which increases misery and stress, but I need to remember what gives me pause and makes me want to stay. The advantages seem mostly related to the financial aspect included in quality of life. Unfortunately, this aspect holds much sway. In no particular order, aspects that are appealing-- and possibly lacking in other environments, include:
In reviewing my list, I see many items originate from my fear of not being able to afford them elsewhere (definitely not in the US). That and the lower salary to higher COL ratio in other parts of the world. Hmmm. I'm keeping the future open and being flexible. Who the heck knows what's in store after my UltimateKhamTrek2019!
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