Haha... first time I was called a cracker.
My biggest problem is being raised in the US, I didn't learn any Chinese.
I do have friends who speak Mandarin, problem is, they aren't the mongering type and I prefer discretion among the work-place.
I have tried the parlours, and it was great, but I read some posts here about being able to get a freelancer for LT sessions at slightly better or similar rates.
Now deciding if I stay in Shanghai or visit some other Chinese city.
mark17,
I will be extending my trip (gotta take advaneforum.xxxe of the company flight), but may not be in town next weekend, depending on where I decide to go.
HK or Thailand or more of China.
So much fun to look forward to.
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