Sentiments On Common Sense

We took the opportunity this past weekend to jump on a plane here in China and travel to Jindezhen. This “little” town of 1.45 million people is the home and heart of the ceramics industry here in the People’s Republic of China.

The experience of being human in a country of 1 billion people is an interesting one. The whole idea of being special in this mass of humanity is one that would be considered unique and unusual and frankly…. IMPOSSIBLE. What would make me one that would draw crowds. Frankly speaking, my 6 ft tall frame, very pale skin and Oregon State Baseball hat stood out in this place. Above the pots, plates, vases, and sets of porcelain china and the crowds and the masses was me and….

My two blond little girls.  They were celebraties.  Now I understand what a star feels like being photographed CONSTANTLY.  Amelia thought it was great. Maddie spoke Chinese way more than I ever though she would, and we had fun!

Word of advise politicians: If you want to solve the world problems and get concessions on every issue– just bring your children. Universally they are recognized as our future while at the same time an expression of the past. We travel with our kids because we want to give them an education and a feel for the world. What they get is an experience in what it is to be human. What we get is an education in how dear our children are no matter where we come from and what their future holds.

Common sense would tell you that we all need to get our kids out and about. Experience the world and if I could wish anything it would be to show our kids that 1.45 million is really just a small town. Believe me… it really felt that way.

Tags: Jindezhen, world experiences