Ni hao from China
 

Hey everyone! Still trying to get a camera, but have some great pics of my kids on my cell phone that I hope to share soon! Should be settled in a week or two. I will be settling in Changsha, Hunan province within a few days.

I have to say that China continues to amaze me with its warmth and hospitality. Everywhere I go opens new doors and despite the constant stares and amazement due to my height, everyone has been so friendly.

My kids have been so incredible that words cannot describe the elation I am feeling with the decision I have made.

I see so many new faces here and it warms my soul to see the growth - congratulations Jarred and to all of you, my friends, colleagues and fellow banana lovers.

I wish everyone the best and will report back as soon as possible. I am thinking of my buddy Tog and my good friends at Bananas.org every day.
My good friends Pauly, Harvey, Chong, Gabe, Ben, Bob, Bananaman, Sunfish, Richard, SaltyDad, Patty, Cassie, Magilla Gorilla, each and every one of you that have made my dreams come true - too numerous to mention, but never forgotten. (My regrets to those friends I did not mention specifically, my mind is elsewhere at the moment)

Now, to all of my threadwrecking friends, it would be an honor to have you impose your collective wills upon this thread. I will do my best to report back soon. And...I will be taking note of the best efforts because I guanta and I can!

Stephanie, I extend a special invitation to you to visit me in China or let me know how when we can get together there. I truly loved your Dad and hope that we can get together sometime soon. I would love to walk barefooted through his old haunts with you to feel M'sia as it was seen through his eyes.

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:woohoonaner:

Great to hear from you Scot!

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Look who it is!!!!! "Welcome back."

YouTube - Welcome Back Kotter Theme Song HQ

It's good to see you here! :ha:

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Ni hao Scot!
Nice to hear that dreams comes thrue!
:woohoonaner:

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Hey now! Glad to hear things are going good for you!

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So much to see, so little time and so many people (our saying about China). I hope that your best dreams come true and wish you good luck. ;)
Btw. How tall are you? :woohoonaner:

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Scot,

So glad to hear that you are enjoying yourself and doing well. We certainly miss you around here! I have another friend moving to China in a couple of months. I'll find out exactly where and let you know. Take care of yourself!

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Nice to hear from you again.
Good luck !

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Hello again old friend!

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Wonderful to hear from you Scot!!!
Glad things are going well & the children are happy!!!
Look forward to hearing/seeing more from you soon!

(((HUGS))) ~Cheryl & the Crew

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So glad to hear you're adjusting well DR. Frankenstein! I was a bit worried that it could be a bit of a shock for you but , you're prepared so,what a great experience. I would like to hear about the food ( of course, what's new) when you have time. Thanks for the update.
Ni hao to you too.......( is that considered edible in China?:ha:)

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Let us know when you finally hunt down Dr. Margraf. I can't wait to here what you find out about the man, his mission and our ever-desirable M. itinerans var. xishuangbannensis.

Be safe. :)

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Ni hao Scot,

I am happy to hear you are living your dream. Too many people have dreams they don't act on or spend a lifetime saving for and planning but then expire. Your 7 plants I purchased are doing great!! You will be proud I am up to 60 banana varieties. Live long and prosper and stay in touch!



Andrew

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60 banana varieties?

Holy Cow!!!! How big is your lot?

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First let's remember Scot had many varieties. My property is less than an acre. Many are planted, many are in pots (getting ready to plant) and three varieties are new and will be arriving this week. My goal is to get most of them planted this year. I have a large hill that is mostly bare. Last weekend I planted 3 Manzano and 2 Raji puri. My goal is to move to the Big Island of Hawaii in 3-5 years and have 2-3 acres to live my dream out.

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Bravo Andrew!
Seeing Scot ishue, man can say that dreams can really come thrue:nanadrink:
Go for it!
:woohoonaner:

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Welcome Back Scot! Im glad everything is going well for you. Share pictures with us when you get the chance

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Glad to hear you are doing well. I'm curious too - how tall are you?
Thinking of how I can derail this thread bwaah ha ha.

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Hey Scott Goldfingers are growing like mad best wishes to you and your family

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i dont rember exsactly but some were betwen 6'5" and 6' 7"