Category: Anecdotes

Written by Celestial Magpie

The Wenjiang Scooter

Until two days ago, I hitched a ride every day to school. Last week, Bill bought an electric scooter for the school to use – for me to use “when I was comfortable”. I tested it twice on the school grounds, going around the islands and generally having fun. Then it was decreed I could […]

Written by Celestial Magpie

Food! Glorious Food!

I’ve been warned about street vendors and food stalls – they’re not as hygienic. I respect that, but I also think that food stalls make some of the tastiest food ever. In Chengdu, I went to JinLi “alley” next to Wuhou temple, which was filled with food vendors and trinket shops. Oh, the food! The […]