Wo Ting Bu Dong (I Don't Understand)

Ana, Sam & I arrived early last month in Beijing, China for an intensive Mandarin language camp. The kids have been studying Chinese in school since 3rd grade, so we thought now was a good time to put that knowledge to practical use. The camp, located at Beijing Language and Culture University is primarily for the kids with me acting as part laundry service, cheerleader and keeper of the passports. The dorm living is certainly not fancy, but gives the kids a taste of managing themselves in a college atmosphere. There are about 60 students here from 12 or so countries. Like me, 10 other parents/grandparents have accompanied their children on this adventure. While the kids are in class my days have been filled with varied cultural activities, amazing meals (often costing $1-3 per person), oh and yes, a bit of shopping too. Everyone knows about the fifty cent DVDs, but Ana and I will return with a nice stash of Tiffany jewelry instead. Take note of the copy Burberry rain coat with the sales clerk sewing in a Max Mara label!
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