Taidong Murals

I don’t know if you’ve heard, but rumor has it China is hosting the Olympics this year. And it just so happens that Qingdao gets the privilege of the sailing events. Of course, the city government wants to make sure that we live up to the title of “Top Ten Clean Cities China 2005.” […]

I’m in Love in Qingdao

This is probably going to come as a surprise to most people, as I know everyone back home assumes I’m all about a certain type of girl. The truth is, my current interest is as white as a trillium. She’s a true beauty though, I’d say one in a million. Over here, maybe even one […]

The Weather Here Sucks

I haven’t seen the Sun for the past 2 weeks. It’s either blocked out by rain clouds, or on the days when it’s supposed to be sunny, all I see is yellow haze with a marginally bright spot where I assume the Sun is. Naturally the weather is tiring me out like a naked swim […]

Beaches and Beyond

Qingdao has many small scenic beaches in the downtown areas that are heavily populated with wankers trying to rent time on jet-skis and para-sails. These beaches do however have nice views and convenient drinking areas, which is always a big plus for me. Despite the fact that you may think I’m a wino, my most […]

Day Trip to Laoshan

Sunday I was invited by my landlord to go see Laoshan Park, which is this large park type tourist trap by the famous Laoshan Mountain about an hour and then some outside of Qingdao. Of course in preparation for the day, I had to get tanked the night before so that I would be in […]