Finally! Almost...

Hi hi hi hi hi hi!  I'm finally posting!  It's been interesting, let me tell you...  So it's called the "Great Firewall of China," which is a pretty catchy name for being what it is.  Long story short: I think I'm all set.  I hope.  

Highlights of our first week in Shanghai:

- Chinese beds are as hard as concrete.  With rocks in it.  (Whatever that means!)  Word of advice: it helps to fit your shoulder bone and pelvis in between the springs.  

- Eating can really be a hobby.  Take today for instance... Breakfast: Something like a Chinese hotdog.  A thick tortilla thing, fried egg, veggies, hotdog, condiments.  Surprisingly tastier than it sounds.  Lunch: Turkish restaurant for donar kebabs. (Like sandwiches.)   Dinner: meatballs at Ikea.  And I promise that it's the last time we go to Ikea because three times in a week is definitely too much... ;o)

- Wonky translations will always crack me up.  Check out my new toothbrush holder!

- I have a new fondness for showers.  Lots of showers.  My head of schools keeps saying that it's the hottest it has been since "they've" started keeping track of the weather.  While I'm not "big in Japan" (or whatever those t-shirts say), I do enjoy multiple wardrobe changes a day.  Luckily I have my own washer!   

- I am so stinkin' excited about my new job!  Everyone has been wonderful.  Us newbies have really bonded, and the administration has been taking such good care of us.  Mark and I feel very comfortable and supported while we figure things out.  And fed.  :o)   Check out the elementary gym/stage:

(Sorry about the iPhone picture!)

There's always more to tell you about, but I'm quite wearied.  It's just been nonstop!  You'll have to forgive me for ducking out early, but I'll talk to you soon.

XOXO!