My Time in China: apartment

I know I have been really bad updating you recently. I've been busy teaching, "studying", and preparing for my new life. This year of Foc is almost done, that means some current teachers will be returning to America and not return to China in the fall. My life will be very very different next year. I'm excited about it, but also very nervous. Here are my changes

1. Biggest change- Nicole got an assignment to teach Math at the WELS High School in New Ulm. I'm so excited for her to start this part of her life, but sad that she won't be here with me in China next year. She has been such a huge part of my life here and it will be quite the adjustment to not have her around next year. I am so thankful for the past three years we had together. There are so many good memories.

2. Getting a new guy! Replacing Nicole next year will be a guy by the name of Dan. We are still looking for a job for him, but he will live near David, Andy, and me. This means, three boys and me! Fun times, I'm sure. However, no girl... interesting I'm sure!

3. Moving! My school is making me move. So, I had the choice of moving in the provided apartments, or find one on my own. I decided to find one on my own. I will live with Leona, a Chinese friend. We just signed a contract for a new apartment. It's located right next to a big bus stop and about a seven minute walk to the subway. So, it will be convenient to get around. However, it's very very old. Not nearly as nice as my current place. But, with a little love, we will make it a beautiful home.

I think three changes are enough for now :) I'm very thankful for all the blessing I have here in China. Please keep my in your "thoughts" as I adjust to the new life I will have here in Wuhan. Change can be good, but can also be very hard. I teach my students about the joys of change in one's life, how you can expand your comfort circle... I have to take my own advice now!

Here are a few pictures of my place, I'll get more soon as we move things in.