No toilet paper, goodbye socks!

I've decided to avoid words like "awful" or "disgusting" when I encounter the new and...bazaar here in China.  Instead, I will be as objective as possible, laying out facts....while, probably, focusing on things my Western mind is trying to understand.  One of which is the public restroom siti'ation.

I say "Siti'ation" cause, to you my reader, it will be just that.  Exhibit 1:

Now, I'm not going to say this is the toilet at work, or that it does not have a door, nor am I going to say that I'd have to be on the verge of exploding before I use it.  I will, however, like to bring your attention to the lack of toilet paper.  If you are visiting/moving China, note that bringing your toilet paper with you is some what of an expectation. Don't leave your home ignorant to this one critical rule...you'll be forced to use your socks as your body adjusts to the change of food.

All is not gloom and doom though.  I have enjoyed the food here...a lot.  Here are just a few...well...2... I've remembered to capture pictures of:

This chicken and rice reminds me of food I eat all the time at home, but the eggs and tomatoes must be a Chinese thing....I like the school lunch though....ask me again in 6 months. 










This spicy soup stuff was basically DYI.  I got a bowl, put the ingredients I wanted in it and gave it to the cook to make soup....be careful when trying this...you will not be familiar with all the foods and veggies and some may not be as....delectable as they look.  overall...I like this soup.






That's it for today.  I hope you enjoyed reading and will continue to follow my travels.

Ayeshah