taipei

[slang]

Originally Posted by breakingnews

So, I quit my job a few weeks ago, packed up and came to Taiwan .... My daily challenge is not to get too discouraged. When someone sees I am of Chinese/Taiwanese descent, he expects me to speak like a native; when it becomes apparent that I cannot, a look of disgust or ridicule is not unexpected. It's a very humbling experience.

Very impressive BkN. That's really the only way to get enough time off for a long pleasure/exploration trip for Americans. Save your cash, quit and then just go!

As for the language situation, I've had the exact same thing happen in England.

Have a great time man. Watch the sweet meat.