- ?? into trip

My departure time is uncertain at this point. It is extremely unlikely I will be able to leave for China in August, and it is unclear of when I will be able to do so. I will continue to update this blog as I get new information.

- 39 days into trip

I feel a bit nervous, I have not received my letter of invitation to do work in China. I cannot get a visa until I receive such paperwork, and I already bought my plane ticket. As each day passes without the paperwork, my anxiety increases. I don't want to bother the career services people, as I know that they are already doing their best to get it, but it is a source of stress for me.

My Chinese studies are going well (details of which is given elsewhere). That's all for now.