Bracing for the hottest summer in 140 years

I'm leaving for Shanghai soon.  I am excited.  Going out in Hong Kong just reminds me how disconnected I am from every single group, the Hongkies, the expats, and the new wave of mainland Chinese.  I want a place where I belong, where I feel at home.  So far Shanghai has given me that.  I have also accomplished everything I set out to do in the three weeks in Hong Kong - doctor's appointments, immigration appointments... Shanghai is experiencing the hottest summer in 140 years.  It is an experience in itself.  I am ready for it.