As I was awoken at 3am this morning by the gentle clanking of the workers eagerly sorting their beer bottles outside my window I couldn't help but count my blessings as yet another day of tranquility was about to unfold here in the People's Republic. The fragrant breeze blowing thru my window lifted my spirits as I joyfully enjoyed the workers whistling a playful ditty. With visions of sugarplums dancing in my head I slid back my satin sheets and sat on the edge of my four post bed. Thankful to be alive, I slid my hushpuppies on and made my way to the washroom. As the sweet scent of lavender surrounded me I knew this was to be yet again, another stellar offering from the gods in this unparralleled land of Utopia here in the Middle Kingdom. After relaxing in my tub I was quick to scurry to the kitchen for my ever present croissants and tea. I thumbed thru the morning paper only to glance at my watch to see that it was 8am already. I gingerly sauntered to the bus-stop being sure to exchange greetings and endless pleasantries of "Ni hao!" with my newfound friends. I will never tire of the short jaunt to my stop while discussing the weather and sharing a laugh or two with my neighbours and strangers alike. Much to my chagrin, I realized I missed the bus but not to fret I was quickly approached by a gentleman who politely asked, "What's wrong kind sir?" I told him of my quandry and he smiled and pointed out that his taxi was parked near the donut shop and he would be happy to give me a ride to my destination. Again, the comradery here never ceases to amaze and tantalize me so I agreed and away we went. I was humming the national anthem when we pulled up to my work and just when I thought my day couldn't get any brighter, I spotted a brand new, shiny Wu Mao on the sidewalk. I picked it up and slide it into my pocket thinking of the possibilities for it later. Alas, I skipped off to my class and knew that this was to be another banner day.

You can relate right?