Yesterday was last day of term at my school. At the end of the day, the whole staff surprised me in the school hall by throwing confetti on me in the school hall and wishing me good luck in my impending marriage. It was quite overwhelming. 50 people saying really nice things about me. So much for trying to keep a low profile. My head teacher handed me some cards and presents. one of the presents was a book in which everyone had written kind words of congratulation.
I am glad I have avoided a stag party, one of the sad rituals of British pre-marital life. Getting drunk, smiling bemusedly at strippers and finding yourself naked and tied up in cold British countryside is not my idea of a good night out. If I want to celebrate my coming wedding with a bunch of guys, I would much rather come here.
I have encountered no disapproval, from either friends or family. I think they all know what this means to me. Plus, an interracial relationship is not a big deal for them to consider.
So, I fly from London at 9.20pm tomorrow, arrive in Shanghai at 3.45pm, wait until 9pm for my flight to Guangzhou, arriving at 10.55pm on the 4th. Don't know if anyone has any suggestions about what to do in Shanghai airport for 5 hours. Do they have internet access in the airport? I won't have a computer with me.
