Two years ago Yilong Shen came to the Netherlands to work as a post-
When asked about comparison between two countries, he adds: 'Except for a few big cities here, other cities seem to me like small towns in China. It is good to have a feeling of living in a small town, but sometimes I also miss the 'crowded' city life in China.' Nowadays Yilong is busy with studying Dutch and he wonders how good his Dutch will be one year later. ôI think it is a good experience to study a foreign language where they actually speak it.'
Several months ago his wife came to the Netherlands. She is a highly-educated woman, with a master's degree from the College of Chinese Language and Culture. In order to live with her husband, Ju Yang had to quit her job as a teacher. She taught Chinese to foreign students and still keeps in touch with them.
Her future plan is to continue her teaching career. She states: 'It seems to me that there are a lot of people who are interested in the Chinese language and culture. On the other hand, China is becoming more and more open to the outside world. The more you know about China and the Chinese language, the more you will become enchanted by its history and future. It's my wish to devote my energy and effort to communicate this.'
Ju Yang would like to have a job here in order to take advantage of her knowledge and experience. She is convinced that people who have some connections with China would like to have some knowledge of that language and culture. She adds: 'I like the classroom environment but it is also fine to teach at home'.
So, if you are interested in learning Chinese, do not hesitate to contact Ju Yang at 053 4341816, or e-mail: [email protected].
Name: Yilong Shen
Hometown: Changsha, China
Languages: Chinese, English
Favourite food: rinsed mutton slices (a famous Beijing dish)
Favourite sport: swimming
Favourite music genre: country music
Favourite place in NL: Enschede, for its easy-going life
Best part about living in the NL: peaceful environment
Worst part about living in the NL: not understanding Dutch yet
Dream destination: Grand Canyon
Hobbies: cooking Chinese meals on weekends
Name: Ju Yang
Hometown: Tianjin, China
Languages: Chinese, English
Favourite food: seafood
Favourite movie: romantic movies
Favourite sport: jogging
Favourite music genre: folk music
Favourite place in NL: The Hague
Best part about living in the NL: beautiful landscape
Worst part about living in the NL: having had to give up my teaching job
Dream destination: travelling the world
Hobbies: taking pictures, etc.
