From Suzhou, where life is much much better you guys are super cute and have been handling this stressful situation so v well ... hang in there. Hoping things get better quick. 👍🏼👍🏼
We can’t wait to go back and travel in China! There are so many beautiful places to visit here 😍 thank you for continuing supporting us through this tough time!
I really feel for you guys and hope you get out soon . It can be so mentally exhausting . Hope your getting to face time with some family or friends to lift your spirits x
I lived in Shanghai from 2015 - 2018. I'm actually pretty thankful I left when I did! Hindsight being 20/20...lol. I'd like to know where you got your cat? Did you find him outside or did you seek adoption?
@@JamesandKeli aw very nice! I can't imagine how complicated that must've been. On the contrary, I brought my dog from China to the US and dealing with Chinese authorities on that was hard enough.
Your meals are really amazing.James,you can't even imagine that lots of people who live in the lockdown zone are dying for the necessary food.Shanghai is and must always be a city of order.I am disappointed about the situation and can not even know when to reclaim our freedom.
"situation in this city is stable and improving, but it is not stable". 😅 I don't think you guys would laugh at this one. It's different from the system in America. Basically, either way, some people suffer. In the US, 987K+ people have died but no one official lost job over it while people grieved the loss of their family members. That's 3 people out of every 1000, not counting the long COVID people. Having said that, 997 out of every 1000 are free to move around and breath the air of freedom - and they can blame the death to outsiders. In the case of China, millions could die due to its population density, multi-generational living conditions and the fluid and rapid population migration enabled by massive transportation infrastructure. The medical system would not be able to handle it. If so many people die like in the US, there will be anger, chaos and unrest. Chinese officials would be long gone or even in jail for neglecting disease control causing death. They are being held accountable for taking control, even if there was no one died. On March 12, the mayor of Jilin City was dismissed over mere 526 confirmed cases, out of a population of 1.5 million. So a different type of response takes place: lockdown the cities to stop the spread, maintain social stability and keep the official's jobs. China is a paternalistic society - most Chinese people trust their government for their welfare, so they will follow despite the hardship, such as bankrupting small businesses - they blame the disease, not the government. Also Chinese people value collectivism over individualism - they can't comprehend the situation in the US either. That said, I wish there is a middle way - like in India, which suffered 524K death out of 1.38 billion people . How the massive number of COVID death last year in India suddenly stopped and everything returned to normal is a mystery to many.
We are doing our best to stay positive, but the reality is some days are just pretty difficult. Sometimes James will go down and do jump ropes where our bikes are, then I’ll do some workouts inside. We are thankful for each other ☺️
We can't believe it has been 31 days of lockdown.... What do you think about our lockdown meals? What should we attempt next?
I’m in this with you guys…. You guys have each other and you’re making it work! Don’t forget that this is only temporary. Hang on!
Thank you! We’re doing our best to keep positive, can’t wait for it to be over!
Great episode. Impressed by your lighthearted vibe, especially viewed in retrospect in late 2023.
Thank you so much ❤️ The lockdown was very difficult for us, but we did our best to keep our spirits up during the difficult time.
Nearly there~ You guys are awesome! Wish you can return to normal soon and enjoy the life!
Thank you! We hope so too!! Counting down the days...
From Suzhou, where life is much much better you guys are super cute and have been handling this stressful situation so v well ... hang in there. Hoping things get better quick. 👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you! We’re hoping it’s going to end soon 🙏
We traveled a lot in China when we were your age. I know how frustrating this must be. But we are enjoying the lockdown videos too. Jia you!
We can’t wait to go back and travel in China! There are so many beautiful places to visit here 😍 thank you for continuing supporting us through this tough time!
Coming from the bay area. Be safe. Thanks for posting.
Thanks so much for following along!
Your oven put mine to shame 🤣 I better clean that thing tomorrow!
Hahaha it’s not too difficult to up keep once you do it once
Almost there guys! Hopefully not too long to go now 🙌
Im interested in the videos after you escape.
We will be making a video on the day that we get to go outside!
Please continue to stay positive
We are doing our best!
Hold in there yall! ❤️
Thank you 💕
we can feel you guys we also living in shanghai same we do make vlogs like you during lockdown we can defiantly relate you keep safe stay blessed
Stay safe!
11:42 James' lockdown belly lol😆
🤣🤣🤣 all that beer we’ve had
I really feel for you guys and hope you get out soon . It can be so mentally exhausting . Hope your getting to face time with some family or friends to lift your spirits x
Thank you 💕
I lived in Shanghai from 2015 - 2018. I'm actually pretty thankful I left when I did! Hindsight being 20/20...lol. I'd like to know where you got your cat? Did you find him outside or did you seek adoption?
We actually brought our cats from the US to China. They were adopted in 2018 as kittens 💕
@@JamesandKeli aw very nice! I can't imagine how complicated that must've been. On the contrary, I brought my dog from China to the US and dealing with Chinese authorities on that was hard enough.
This looks like the beginnings of HELL from a free persons frame of reference. The conditioning phase.
First time on your channel. I was wondering if they gave you any warning to stuck up before the lock down?
We were given about 5 days to know we would go into full lockdown. The lockdown was supposed to be happen only for 4 days.. but we are now on day 57.
@@JamesandKeli wow that's crazy. I hope you stay well and are able to get supplies.
Your meals are really amazing.James,you can't even imagine that lots of people who live in the lockdown zone are dying for the necessary food.Shanghai is and must always be a city of order.I am disappointed about the situation and can not even know when to reclaim our freedom.
So, how if this is not going to end up any time soon? How long you are planning to wait and live like that over there?
"situation in this city is stable and improving, but it is not stable". 😅 I don't think you guys would laugh at this one. It's different from the system in America. Basically, either way, some people suffer. In the US, 987K+ people have died but no one official lost job over it while people grieved the loss of their family members. That's 3 people out of every 1000, not counting the long COVID people. Having said that, 997 out of every 1000 are free to move around and breath the air of freedom - and they can blame the death to outsiders. In the case of China, millions could die due to its population density, multi-generational living conditions and the fluid and rapid population migration enabled by massive transportation infrastructure. The medical system would not be able to handle it. If so many people die like in the US, there will be anger, chaos and unrest. Chinese officials would be long gone or even in jail for neglecting disease control causing death. They are being held accountable for taking control, even if there was no one died. On March 12, the mayor of Jilin City was dismissed over mere 526 confirmed cases, out of a population of 1.5 million. So a different type of response takes place: lockdown the cities to stop the spread, maintain social stability and keep the official's jobs. China is a paternalistic society - most Chinese people trust their government for their welfare, so they will follow despite the hardship, such as bankrupting small businesses - they blame the disease, not the government. Also Chinese people value collectivism over individualism - they can't comprehend the situation in the US either. That said, I wish there is a middle way - like in India, which suffered 524K death out of 1.38 billion people . How the massive number of COVID death last year in India suddenly stopped and everything returned to normal is a mystery to many.
Do some push-ups and jogging on your balcony. Well, hang in there and look at the bright side. You at least have each other.😄
We are doing our best to stay positive, but the reality is some days are just pretty difficult. Sometimes James will go down and do jump ropes where our bikes are, then I’ll do some workouts inside. We are thankful for each other ☺️