I have arrived!!

I am in Taiwan.

The weather is alright: grey, humid, and warm.

As my uncle and I drove on the freeway, we saw a woman who had gotten into a scooter accident on the side of the road. Her body was split open from the crotch, and I saw her insides. I almost vomited and cried at the same time because she was still alive. But I could tell there was no way to save her. What a warm welcome. I'm trying to forget that image.

My cousin Daniel and I are watching Chinese comedy shows on TV. I usually end up laughing after my cousin because it takes a minute for the language to register, and for the humor to make sense to me. Nevertheless, I already feel as though my Chinese is improving.

It is HILARIOUS because my mother, aunt, and cousin have all made sure to remind me not to have anything to do with WEED here because it is SUUUUPER illegal.
My cousin has never come in contact with the chron (at 21 years old). He doesn't even know how much it costs. I am constantly reminded of all of the cultural differences between the States and Taiwan.

Maxine SW requested some Taiwan fashion updates so here goes:
*MY COUSIN HAS AN ORANGE MULLET!* I tolllllld youuuu thats all the rage here!!
As for clothing, I haven't gone into the city yet (where fashion is at its most competitive), so stay posted. I will take pictures.

It is so funny because on facebook, all the advertisements are in Chinese characters, and I cant read them. OH WELL!

OH and as an update, on China Airlines you check in up to 2 pieces of luggage that weigh 50 lbs each. So my freak-out about having too much stuff was a complete waste of time..
...You live and you learn, I guessssss

One funny thing about Asia is that there is a fake something for everything. My uncle has a FAKE IPHONE! Its crazy, it looks so real!! They even etched "Designed by Apple in California" on the back.

I'm a little sleepy so I will end for now, more interesting blogs to follow.

Love always.