the last few weeks have been nonstop.
- First it was an excellent conference on computer aided language learning, hosted by the computational linguistics folks over at Ohio State University. Lots of interesting ideas gleaned and interesting people met. Perhaps more on this later
- Then it was 2.5 days back in Los Angeles, enough time to adjust to Pacific Standard Time, run some errands, wrap up the semester of research, unpack my conference bags and pack my international bags…
- Now it’s 1 week into a 2 week trip in Taiwan. Playing translator/tour guide to my parents, and having a 1-year wedding anniversary dinner for all of the friends and family over here that couldn’t attend our original wedding ceremony and reception. Taking lots of pictures, maintaining a constant state of being totally stuffed with food, and having a great time in general. But it’s totally draining—So far I’ve had more than one night filled with dreams in which I’m constantly translating to ppl around me what is happening, into either Chinese or English. And these kind of dreams make me wake up even more tired!
- Still haven’t made my requisite “tea run” this trip—my stashes at home in Los Angeles are running low, and the selection here is wonderful, of course. I’m especially interested in stocking up this trip, because I’ve found my tastes have matured quite a lot lately…
- After I get back, it’s a weekend of getting over jetlag, then I’m up to Mountainview for “new employee training week” at Google.
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Life is anything but dull, at least. Phew!