July 16

Dear Nancy,

I am in China for half a year now, and am really loving it. My Chinese is getting better all the time. That's because I get every chance（机会）to practice it I write new words on small cards. I put them on the mirror（镜子）and look at them when I'm cleaning my teeth. When I'm in the street, I often stop people and ask for directions, even if I know the way. That way, I can match what I know with what I hear. On the bus and on the train I read the signs and notices I also listen to my mobile phone whenever I can.

I took many photos when I was travelling in China. I hope you like them. China is beautiful一 much better than what the photos can show. Say hello to Alice and Mike for me.

Love,

Ann