Maria tries her hand at Chinese characters

Downtown Shanghai at nightŠthis was a farmer's field 30 years ago

Leaving China

We will fly out in about 12 hours, and it has been quite a trip!  We traveled for 14 days with 30 other educators from Ohio.  There were groups from Ottawa Hills, Wyoming, United Local (near Canton), and Oberlin.  Of all the amazing history, breathtaking scenery, and thought-provoking experiences we have had, my favorite is spending time at our sister school and with Summer, our interpreter and her family.  I think that through our open conversations we were able to find much common ground and build bridges of friendship for a lifetime.  

We learned that in August our interpreter Summer will be visiting Ohio, and we hope to host her at Rossford for a while!  We will keep you informed as we find out more about her schedule.

Maria Eating Snake

These are food pictures requested by some of those reading our blog.

This is a typical fish served at most meals.

Terra-cotta Warriors

Terra-cotta Warriors