so, what's happenned?
I had my amazing train trip from Shanghai to Harbin around the 21st (its a bit of a haze). That was really too painful for me to go into again.
Had a relatively pleasant few days in Harbin. Went and saw a bit more of the Ice Festival. Specifically the snow scultupers on Sun Island. Must say it was cool to walk accross the river to get there...
Stayed with a Chinese family for a few days: my former pseudo-girlfriend. That was just before and for a couple of days of the 'Spring' Festival. Must say that was an eye-opener. No toilet, bathroom or running water on site . Ended up leaving earlier than planned, since it was getting a little emotionally painful, plus boredom and lack of communication was getting to be an issue.
Went back to Harbin, then on Qiqihar: have been here a week and am really starting to go nuts back in my old haunt. Buggered if I know exactly where I'm going.
I could go South Korea, which will yeild me a lot more cash, but for whatever reason I'm not really keen on going there at this stage. I have accepted a job there, but I think I'll try to weasel my way out...
I should probably try to find some of my old friends while I'm here. I think I'll feel better when I've got a ticket out of here.
