I used to major in Broadcast Journalism in university, when I got some chance to write news reports and articles. I became an English teacher after graduation and reporting has always been of keen interest for me. Mostly though I consider writing as a way of self-healing too.
My first experience in Surrey
I arrived in Vancouver on a cool summer night. Days are long during summertime so it still sunny and bright when I finally got Surrey – my new place to settle down. When I unpacked everything, I stepped into the balcony and took the first picture in Surrey.
From the balcony, I could see the view of the Holland park, some trees hidden behind the Skytrain rail and the faraway mountains. “Vancouver is a city in a forest.” That’s what came across my mind at that time.
From that day on, I would take a picture at my balcony every day during sunset when the sky is covered with clouds in orange, yellow and pink. I think these pictures can really calm me down and expel the anxiety of a new comer.
I’m a person who’s particularly sensitive to weather – when I was studying in the Netherlands, my grades in summer semester were always better than those in winter. So the nice weather, along with fresh air and gentle breeze, has rendered me some confidence to look for new opportunities in this alien city.
