Just returned from a quick trip to Shanghai. Finished all my classes last week and with many tears and hugs said a final farewell to my Y2 Nursing students.All exams have been marked, all students graded so I am FREE......Had the annual Dragon Boat Festival last Friday....only had a quick look as it was a steaming hot day and it was so crowded. Ended up going off to get pampered with a manicure....and somehow managed to buy 4 new pairs of shoes?!?! With no more ...

A successful train trip this morning from Suzhou to Shanghai- no falls, and escalators that worked…YEAH!!! First impressions…Shanghai is HUGE……Full of skyscrapers, many of which I can't see the top of due to the fog/mist/pollution - I’m not sure which!! With a population around 18-19m you can imagine the traffic, its like constant "peak hour". My guide here is Tony – born and bred Shanghainese – and very proud of his city...