I have three weeks until I leave for China. I can't believe I'm going around the world again. This time I'm going with Marha Morton from UALR and the Bringing China to Arkansas program. It is funded by the Freeman Foundation. I'm trying to remember the lessons I learned from my travels to Russia when it comes to packing. I'm only taking the small rolling travel size bag this year. I'm NOT going to carry everything I think I'll need. I'm in a totally different place in my life this summer and I'm also leaving the Monday after school is out on Thursday. It is hard to wrap my mind around the fact that I'm leaving. I'll only be gone 20 days this time compared with 31 before, so this seems like a short trip. I've spent a day at UALR learning Chinese History, language, and culture. I"ve already decided to stick close to our guide. From what I understand on this trip we are staying in hotels NOT college dorm rooms. I've spent about 10 hours reading and doing reports on China. I've had my students write letters about life as an american teen and do some art work. Mrs. Reeves has written a letter to share with our schools we visit. I'm looking forward to another adventure. I have no idea about what is ahead, but that is the exciting part. Now, just to finish these last days of school.