Hold on! You can't just end a story with a cliff hanger like that! Why didn't it end well? I've often dreamed of doing what you're currently doing. At the moment, I'm working on getting a degree, though I've been told you don't need one to teach over there. However, I'd rather take the proper steps because I've heard you can get a bad wrap by doing it the other way.
That didn't stop a few of my friends from going to China and teaching over the course of 5 years. Numerous times they practically begged me to come over, but I just felt as if my life wasn't organized. I'm beginning to realize how necessary it is to believe in yourself to take that leap of faith. I love hearing stories such as yours, because it pushes me ever so closer to that moment I may just "do it." I hope all is well with you now man. Looking forward to see the conclusion.
By the way @hugmug sounds like a pretty cool dude. As for Logan, I'm American as well and can attest that people from BAMA are good peeps.
I'd definitely say if you haven't got yourself fully tied down with families and dogs and stuff, there's no reason not to, but at the same time I would certainly not advise China for numerous reasons, though your friends are there I guess.
I live here too of course but only because I established my life before knowing what i know now... so I discourage anybody visiting or moving here!
As for the cliff hanger... heh. I'm not sure that I'll continue it either =P
Oh I’m aware of the reasons not to move there, lol. I only have one friend remaining in China now. He opened up an aquarium business with another expat. Seems to be doing well, but I only know what he lets on. Kind of like you. :p
Just curious, what tier city is Anyang? I personally thought Chengdu looked intriguing. I’ll eventually visit China, but I’m staying clear of large cities. I actually just want to take a trip specifically to take photos. My life here in the states is keeping me busy at the moment though so I’m not moving anytime soon.
The anyang I lived in is in Korea, not China. There is an Anyang in China though, but it's more prefecture level than tiered.
I really need to see a bit more of China too, I've gotten myself stuck in Shanghai lol, but lots of travel due this year!
Ah, I see now. I guess I should have picked up on that when noticing coastline to the west, lol. Well, good luck on your travels man! May the steemforce be with you.