So far your travels to the land of the dragon seems interesting. God knows something interesting has to happen when your abroad. Take lots of pictures! And please get some of interesting looking buildings for your architect friend who is stuck in the states. ;) Keep on surviving and don't let a large building fall on you due to an earthquake!

You put sauce on your rice!!?? The audacity!! hahaha, I'm just joking. I'm sorry that you are having some hard times, but I'm glad also that you are getting something out of your hardships.