In Beijing Encounters, a Wayward Soul Stumbles Toward Self-discovery

I like to watch the beautiful women of Beijing spit on the street.My journey to get to the capital of China was arduous. I got an hour of sleep on the plane. My first 24 hours here came without closing my eyes. That first evening, a friend insisted on giving me a long walking tour of the city.Over the next few days, I visited the Forbidden City and Summer Palace, and they were awe-inspiring, like a movie. Crowds and long lines. People like to push and cut in front of you here, it's just the way it is.I know I'm a quiet person, but it turns out most Chinese people are extremely loud.  Continue reading...