Earthquake(s)

On March 27, there was a 6.0 magnitude earthquake that shook Taipei. It was my second earthquake since being in Taiwan, hence the title of this blog. The first I experienced earthquake was in the 5.0 magnitude range. I was in Chinese class in the morning and as my teacher was talking, our desks moved, the chairs moved, the speakers started making noises and shaking side to side on the wall, and you could feel the floor rumble a bit. It was really fast and we just moved on with class which yes...I know is a bit weird. But, it is kind of like a fire drill for the US because it happens so often here just not big ones.

However, this week's earthquake was scary. I was once again in Chinese class, but on a ten minute break. I was the only person standing in the room at the time and was talking to my classmates. All of sudden I felt like I was moving and I became light headed. I had gone running in the morning and thought I maybe didn't drink enough water,  but then I really felt like I was moving. I stopped talking at this point, and it was silent for a moment. A few desks moved, books slid, and I definitley swayed back and forth. It was over in a little over a half a minute. My teacher gave us the talk about the procedures that we should follow in the future, should we be in this position or a stronger earthquake.

I am fine! My mom told me a few of you had contacted her and I also received a few messages. Thank you for your concern. I am all safe and good! Just another first and a memorable experience!