Culture Shock

A lot of people have asked "are you feeling culture shock?"  We've asked among ourselves too, and the general answer is "no"- for now.  Coming to China doesn't seem to be putting the stress of change on the group very hard.  We've had english-speaking guides who have explained all of our questions and have been able to translate for us.  A bus or our feet have taken us to where we needed to go.  The hotels and cities are quite western.  But also by now most people are beginning to miss home.  Five of the group are going home today, but six others are going on to Beijing.  I think that for those going home, the reverse shock will be much more noticeable as they realize afresh just how different of a place they have been.  For those going to Beijing, having to order food, obtain transportation, and ask simple questions is likely going to be a challenge.