12.31.09 – Ying Mei, an HEC employee, picked me up from the airport and gave me keys to the apartment. Aside from the chill – space heaters are the only sources of heat – the apartment is very comfortable. Being on the 20th floor and in the Pu Dong financial district, I have a lovely view of the city.
The tap water is very mineral rich and will overpower the most flavorful toothpaste. It’s easy to remember that I’m not supposed to drink it.
My Bed
My Desk
Common Room
Common Room (2)
Dumplings with Shrimp
Does everyone drink bottled water, then, or just tourists?
At the office, we all (Americans and Chinese) drink the bottled water.