New university students

Yesterday was the first day for new students entering the university
dorms. It was a very exciting time. 6,000 students arrived and
estimated 2,500 vehicles "song" them (or delivered them). With that
many vehicles, a university entrance was gridlocked with vehicles of
all sizes and from all over China.

One student actually had 8 "helpers". mom and aunt cleaning the room
and toilet, dad and uncle buying electric fans and assortment of
electrical appliances. One set of grandparents buying fruits and
drinks; another set of grandparents standing by at the dorm for extra
assistance. And the student? Just standing at a corner with books.
This is just one incident. One child, one family.

One area where a Shanghai university is located, all surrounding
motels are fully booked. The "in-house" university motel is fully
booked. Officials are trying to open up more bunk beds, over 1,900
according to the newspaper, for parents to stay at the university for
a while.

Not just the students will be going thru orientation, even parents
are. The universities are very accommodating, making sure parents are
"relief" that their children are well taking care of. First time away
from home and away from the parent's protective umbrellas. Will be
tough.

Speaking of tough, there are students entering university will have
their own vehicles. But this is ridiculous!