Never
mind all that stuff I said about social inequality and poverty. Some might say that’s communist propaganda. I’m in Shanghai, a city dominated by
capitalism and the obscenely rich. See
the skyline:
How much better does it look from this angle?!
How about a boring hotel parking lot? Look how it’s instantly upgraded with a Rolls
and Porsche.
Just look at this Bentley.
It’s almost like God is blessing it (as he should).
And I swear I’m not stalking them, but Rolls Royce’s are
everywhere here. It only took me a few
days to accumulate these after deciding to show off the cars here.
In fact, Rolls Royce says their best-selling market is
China (
link). Maybe this looks normal-ish to you. That’s the way it should. I think I
had some preconceptions about what to expect in Shanghai. In 2003 I only saw bicycles and construction
when I expected temples and pictures of Mao. I didn't learn my lesson. This
time around I’m not sure what I expected, but it wasn't this. I hope if anyone reading this has some doubts
or concerns on what it’s like to visit china - know that Shanghai is world class.
Rachel came to visit last week, and it was amazing. We went all around Shanghai and Beijing. She
might guest blog soon, so you can finally hear another voice than mine on this
place. There are hundreds of pictures to
sort through, and I hope to have them up as soon as I’m over this food
poisoning thing (stupid vegetables).
Cars. We aren't as impressed as you, but look at how clear the skyline is... that really took our breath away. Maybe the lack of smog can help cure your food poisoning, stupid salad. Maayan is back and wants to know why one would order a salad for delivery.
ReplyDeleteWe LOVE the talk of a guest post! Someone is being very private about her plans.
I almost named it that, but wouldn't have been nearly as fun. They're very impressive haha! I actually found myself staring up at the sky like a tourist on Michigan avenue this morning it was so blue. That's how rare it is.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm told Mayaan loves salad! My new best advice is don't eat them. Ever.
As for the guest blog, she's so sneaky about it. I don't even know what it'll look like yet, other than it's gone through a few rewrites.