I’m nearly a week into studying Chinese, and I still haven’t settled into a rhythm. However, my study routine is slowly crystallizing as I find the most fun and efficient ways of studying. Continue reading →

I exceeded expectations in some ways on day 1 but missed the mark in others. Still, not a bad start. I won’t be writing a journal here every day because 1. I’m not interesting enough to do so 2. I won’t have the time, but day 1 deserves its own entry. Continue reading →

Starting today, I will be embarking on an intense journey to learn Chinese. This initial plan is probably too ambitious and vague. Certainly, it is a bit hazy beyond the first month. But plans can change. Let this document guide me as I begin my impossible journey. Continue reading →

A month ago, a local language school was having a sale on old books. It was on my daily commute, so I decided to pop in. Leafing through the materials, I decided, on a whim, that I was going to learn Chinese. Continue reading →