After accepting my position in Beijing in January, I began the visa process for my family and I to move. I had NO IDEA that China had amongst the strictest rules and requirements for obtaining a visa in the entire world! With the help of my Chinese school and teachers that had already begun the … Continue reading China Visa Process
Author: kwillesen
Countdown Until the Journey Begins 2
Countdown: 60 days The past 20 days have been filled to the brim with end-of-the-year activities at school, final exams, and preparing for China. It feels so weird knowing that this was my last year (of four) to be giving final exams to my freshman. I even found out the academy in Beijing doesn't do … Continue reading Countdown Until the Journey Begins 2
Countdown Until The Journey Begins
Countdown: 80 days It all began a year ago, shortly after I had returned from my Mexican honeymoon. I had recently gained a husband and son and thought that a summer job with Pearson would be a great way to keep myself busy over the summer. As a high school teacher, I usually took these … Continue reading Countdown Until The Journey Begins


