We are a group of about 30 teachers—and it seems like 29 know how to use chopsticks. Maybe it isn't so but I do feel like I am the only one who can't use them very well.
Forks are always available but I have decided when in Rome . . . or in this case, when in China, use chopsticks! I actually thought that I might lose some weight. Hey, If I can't pick it up, I cant eat it, right? Well, I am learning rather quickly to use the tools. I bought my own pair. The hotel provides slippery plastic ones. I bought the $1 wood sticks and it has made a difference. I was told the bamboo ones are even easier to use. Once I come across them, I should get better at picking up the bite sized pieces of food and throwing them into my mouth before they drop back onto my plate.
The food is delicious. (I will write about that another time). I especially like the soups . . .I can eat those with a spoon.
