Esther's Reflection
The trip was actually my first time in China. Since it’s the first time, I don’t really have any pictures in my mind how China is going to be like, except for things I heard about China back in the past, like atrocious toilets, backward infrastructure and the likes. People are all saying how fast China is developing, and it was until I saw it with my own eyes that I realized some parts of China are indeed becoming like any other cities in the world. Infrastructure in China was not as bad as people put it to be but the traffic is terrible and some of the toilets are nowhere near acceptable standards, though a rare few public toilets are comfortable to step into.
This trip has gained me fruitful experiences nonetheless, something that we won’t have a chance to learn in the typical classrooms. For example, I’ve learnt to be open-minded and not be judgmental or critical towards another culture that I’m new to. I guess people in China are highly adaptable, since they often travel out of their hometown to another city in order to earn a living. I’ve also acquired questioning skills and realized how poor my mother tongue is.
All in all, it has been a memorable and worthwhile ten days trip, working and spending wonderful time with 30 other friends. Although I may not remember everything I’ve learnt and experienced during these ten days, there are still things that I will carry with life.
The trip was actually my first time in China. Since it’s the first time, I don’t really have any pictures in my mind how China is going to be like, except for things I heard about China back in the past, like atrocious toilets, backward infrastructure and the likes. People are all saying how fast China is developing, and it was until I saw it with my own eyes that I realized some parts of China are indeed becoming like any other cities in the world. Infrastructure in China was not as bad as people put it to be but the traffic is terrible and some of the toilets are nowhere near acceptable standards, though a rare few public toilets are comfortable to step into.
This trip has gained me fruitful experiences nonetheless, something that we won’t have a chance to learn in the typical classrooms. For example, I’ve learnt to be open-minded and not be judgmental or critical towards another culture that I’m new to. I guess people in China are highly adaptable, since they often travel out of their hometown to another city in order to earn a living. I’ve also acquired questioning skills and realized how poor my mother tongue is.
All in all, it has been a memorable and worthwhile ten days trip, working and spending wonderful time with 30 other friends. Although I may not remember everything I’ve learnt and experienced during these ten days, there are still things that I will carry with life.
Neeky
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