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We're a Rollin'

Lets get this blog a rollin'! I am back from a long break from blogging. I found myself writing for the wrong reasons. So I took a break, but I have not forgotten to take pictures and share my highlights for those of you who want to see. I am not going to attempt to fill you in all at one time, but I will begin by sharing my newest addition!
My Bike: Not named yet....if you have an suggestions feel free to share :)
I have now been in China almost 8 months, and the time has finally come to purchase my own mode of transportation. I didn't want a bike before. Riding a bike here, is so totally different than in the States. People ride bikes in China like people drive cars in Chicago traffic. There is an art to traveling the streets of China.
Now after months of studying street patterns, bell and horn tactics, and conditioning for breathing in smog....I am ready! I am very excited! Not only will this make grocery shopping faster and easier, it will help me avoid bus motion sickness, and be able to enjoy exercise rides along our city canal!
I had purchased two locks for my bike, but you can lift up its safety. Bikes are probably the number 1 item stolen and I would prefer to keep mine ;)

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