China
Nihao. I just got back home from Beijing, China. I went over there for Nike's All Asia Camp. Me and Aaron Brooks made the trip over there for Nike, and I have to admit that I was a little nervous about going because of the 13 hour flight. I don't like to fly at all, so when I found out that the flight was 13 hours, I was a little hesitant. I'm really glad that I made the trip though-it turned out to be one of the best trips that I've ever taken. I got the chance to interact with the campers-I did drills, played some games, and coached the Asia Pacific team in the All-Star game (my team won). I also got to experience some of the city. I went shopping a couple of places, climbed the Great Wall, had an in store Nike appearance, and caught up with Yao for dinner one night.
While I was over there, I wanted to make sure that I experienced as much of the culture as I could. Every morning I ate Chinese food, I learned some of the language, and I tried to interact with as many Chinese people as I could. I was actually pretty good at communicating because a lot of people told me that my Chinese was very good. I'm even thinking about learning more Chinese so that whenever I go back , I will be able to communicate better. Overall, it was a great trip and one of my most memorable experiences. I want to thank all of my fans over there for making me feel welcome. I look forward to going back. Xie xie.
While I was over there, I wanted to make sure that I experienced as much of the culture as I could. Every morning I ate Chinese food, I learned some of the language, and I tried to interact with as many Chinese people as I could. I was actually pretty good at communicating because a lot of people told me that my Chinese was very good. I'm even thinking about learning more Chinese so that whenever I go back , I will be able to communicate better. Overall, it was a great trip and one of my most memorable experiences. I want to thank all of my fans over there for making me feel welcome. I look forward to going back. Xie xie.
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lol did u have jet lag? i hope u're getting enough sleep in china..
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That is so cool ive always wanted to go to China. It seems like such a cool place! Last summer i went to London and Rome and just like you did, i had a very memorable expierience. Ive been hearing alot of trade rumors about you and ray, can you tell me anything about it? I hope you'll be coming to KY soon! Have a good summer!! -
heeyy...i've missed your blogs soo much...!
thats amazing that you got to go to china! I'm glad it was a great expierience.
a bet you looked reaall short walking in to dinner with yao. ahha :]
weell...injoy the offseason and keep posting... xoxo <3 -
Hi! I am glad you had a great time at China! Wow, a lot of drama here. I hope you and Ray stay! :(
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I'm glad you enjoyed your trip and got back safe, Rajon. What are your plans for the rest of the summer and do you stay up in Mass?
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Hey Rondo! Do you think maybe you can come over to the Philippines, too? heehee
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My husband is at Harvard studying Chinese! We've been to China a few times, it's a great place! I had a hard time with the food because I am so picky but once you know what you like, it's pretty awesome!
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heey. thats soo coool that you went to china. congraats to the alll-star teaam you coached(:
im glaad thaat you had such a fun time over there. ive misssed youre blogs soo much!
relaax & have fun during the offseason. can't waait for next year, you'lll see me at the garden. keeeep posting pleaase! xoxo<3(: -
Glad you had fun!! Its always great to learn new cultures, & being there first hand to actually see how things are done, and said. I've never been to China, but hope to one day!
Do you speak any other languages fluently? :)
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Glad you had fun rondddooo :]. Congrats to the all star teamm.:) Im happy you are writeing again!! cant wait until the new season starts again. keep postingggg :]
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Omg you finally posted again. thx...congrats on your team winning!!!...China seems 2 be cool and lol glad 2 know u learned some of the language shows how respectful you are.....Well good luck....and i'll just assume the reason you kept us out in the dark is b/c you were having such a gr8 experience in Bejing...Gotta keep us updated!!!!
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Congrats on ur team winning. I can actually kinda imagine you being a coach - after you retire, not now obviously. So, what are your plans for this summer before training camp? Keep us posted. Can't wait till 09-10 season! Oh yea, one more thing, who are you rooting for in the finals?
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I've been in China a couple times and I have to say that no matter how well (or poorly) you speak the language, Chinese people will always tell you that you that your Chinese is very good. It's the effort they take into account and I'm glad you made the effort :)
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sounds like you had alot of fun. you should put some pictures up if you took any and find some extra time that would be fun to see. [:
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its was prolly a good trip, but not as good as your trip to the bahamass! that place is the nicest place ever!
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it's been a long time since u wrote! lol
glad to see your enjoying your summer! -
Rajon. The Lakers just won the 2009 Championship. Time to go bring that trophy back to Boston where it belongs. Glad you had a nice trip, can't wait for next season. Thanks for keeping us up to speed with what ya got goin on.
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You are a beast Rajon. Keep up the fantastic work my friend. Hope all is well, ALL the best - your friend - Steiny
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Glad to know that you had visited China, why don't you drop by Taiwan? You have a lot of fans in here. Hope to see you in Taiwan sometimes.
Expecting to see Celtics get the 18 banners on 2010.
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Rajon, are you ever going to make a twitter? The other celtics that have them never update them and it makes me sad. I'd really love to hear what you're doing like all the time, but not in a stalkerish way. lol. anyway...CHINA IS SOOOO COOL! Are you planning on coming to any Maine Red Claws D-League games? Cause that'd be awesome!
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Nike, shoes for kids, made by kids.
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Rondo...Don't Go!!!!!!!! :'-(
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im glad u had a great time!!!!!!! china is a kool place to visit, but the long flights are crazy. have a great off season!! :)
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i heard that you and ray might be traded and that would be awful that means that the celtics will loose the nba finals next year without both of you. rondo you cannot go because then i will have to switch teams and i really donot want to do that i am all ready trying to learn as much as i can about the celtics and i do not want to learn about another team. btw are you mad or happy that the lakers won?
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chi wo de ne ku.
that translates to "eat my shorts" -
how about "ban men nong fu"
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I would absolutely love to go to China.. seems like you had fun!! ;-)
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yo rondo bet china was sick glad ur back... just wondering what do you think our chances r for next year? also, any free agents this offseason you think that would help out our bench?
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Hey Rajon, glad your back on the yard! Hope you come to the Philippines, we love you here!!!!
Gilbert's been here, Kobe too, hope you come, it would be so amazing! -
Welcome back Rajon! Glad you had a great time, you deserve it. Please keep us updated on what you are doing over the rest of the summer. I really hope you are working on your jumper, cause once you get that down you are going to be UNSTOPPABLE!
Any news from Pierce? When is he having the surgery? How about Perk, did he have surgery? -
pierce?
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I believe they said he was going to have surgery on one of his knees for bone spurs.
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Glad you enjoyed China! Did you get youtiao from the street vendors for breakfast? Not very healthy, but an authentic Beijing experience! Loving the fact that you're learning Chinese.
Have a good summer! Come back to Boston and bring us another chip next year. -
Nihao. Its weird taking flights now. Its kinda scary. Imagine going to alaska. Its nice to get away. I see everyone's glad your back. Hope your having fun. Always live it up. Xie xie.
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Hey Rondo, welcome home. did you get some good spicy food over in China ?
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I am glad that you had a great time and experienced a lot of new things. But you know you can't leave your fans here in the United States like that without giving us a warning!!! I'm glad you made it back safely and I wish you the best of luck for the next season and your next trip to China!!!
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Omg you finally updated your blog ! How was China ??
I'm your biggest fan !!! -
hey rajon welcome back im glad you had fun in china. its really cool that you know some of the language, i always wanted to speak chinese. well good luck next season an have a safe an good summer
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Ni hao, Rondo xien sheng! Haha, that's about all I have for chinese. Congrats on your coaching and your team's win. I hope you have a good rest of your summer. Work on that J, and you'll be a definite all-star possibility next year. Zai jian!
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Wow! China! That is so awesome! Good for you for going. You must have missed your family so much being half way around the world!! Any other big summer travel plans? Can't wait til you all are back at the Garden this fall!!!
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I OVE YOU WIT RONDO UR DA BEST N HOTTEST BASKETBALL PLAYER EVER....LOVE U CALL ME...LOL
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Don't screw the Celtics over, sign for a cheap amount. Sorry to hear a few million dollars a year isn't ENOUGH for you.
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say that to KG who is getting 14 mil. and they don't care about the money. rondo isn't going to give up the celts for money. it would be other reasons if he were the PERSON to choose to be traded. it's up to DA too.
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Stop being a bit**... if you were on the celts next to KG who is earning 15.mil u would get annoyed too, he's only human.
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Wow! you are so lucky to get to go to china. I'm glad you had a great time. I've heard all of the rumors about you being traded and i would just like to say that you should stay with the celtics. I mean you have a lot of fans and i dont want to have to follow two teams lol. I hope nobody trades you. the celtics need you! i hope you stay for at least one more year
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oh yeah congrats with your team winning and have a good summer :)
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its good dat u had a great time an im happy u made it bac safe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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chicken tastes better when it has a tasty peanut sauce. But beetroot will always never pass my lips.
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Hope you had a great Father's Day!
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