perceptions perceptions
often when taking cabs in taiwan, the drivers begin to discuss politics or my language ability; the former can become as tiresome as the latter, but at least it’s often good for research. so it was a relief that the driver made no comment on my speaking taiwanese to him when giving directions. as we began to reach the community, however, he said,
“are you sure you are going to the right place? everyone who lives up there is a huan-ah“