Good-byes are never easy, but it makes it more difficult when it’s your family and friends for an extended period of time. As I said good-bye, words could not express the cherished memories that flooded my mind. All I was capable of was saying “I love you! Good-bye!” and walking away. I know my family and friends will miss me and I them, but my encouragement comes from their whole-hearted support of my following then dream I’ve had since I was 12… Living in China!

Dad and Mom, I love you so much!!!

Katie and Kari, love you!! And do well in college;)

To all of my friends in America, I love and miss you all!!!! Keep me updated on life over here;)

See you later America…
Ni-hao (hello), China!!!