That it has taken quite some adjustment to become used to the dry climate here in Beijing. In some ways, though, I've grown to like it; the winter hasn't had that penetrating cold, damp feel that it does in London, even though the temperatures have been lower.
The sharp, dry Beijing wind can be pretty harsh at times but often the sun shines bright and (relatively) warm. But it is incredibly dry - so you might understand that I was actually quite surprised and happy to see some light rain last week - even to the point that I found myself smiling when I was caught out in it.
Having lived in Beijing for almost six months and (as far as I can remember) seen it drizzle on three days and snow on two, it is easy to understand why the government is spending billions of yuan building the 'South-North Water Transfer' (basically a massive canal to bring water north to Beijing).
Ah, being English. I've had two cups of tea this morning and am now blogging about the weather. Anyone for croquet on the lawn? Does anyone have a lawn these days?
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