Humility.

A good thing I have taken from this experience

is humility. As I was taking pictures of this

decrepit bicycle, I came to the realization that

someone loves this bike intensely and depends

on it for living. It isn't aluminum, the wheels

are not carbon and there isn't a single gold

anodized accessory on the entire bike. As an

American I have grown accustomed to a

certain lifestyle and quality of life. During my

time in Shanghai I gained a certain appreciation

for the life I have been blessed with back home

in America. It is great to go abroad and immerse

yourself in different cultures, but it's reassuring

to know that one of the best communities in the

world is waiting for you.

I don't know why a bicycle made me come to this

revelation, but I am glad it did.

Also, after reading the above post, I made myself

seem like Jane Goodall living with the Apes.