Hey Frank,
Had you read my message carefully you would not have jumped to the conclusion that I was attacking Chris for having been cheated. I did suggest that things "may have" turned out for the better had he done his research. Also, I was advising that he improve his writing skills before entering the field of second language teaching. Maybe I was a little harsh. If Chris feels that to be the case, I'll happily offer him my apologies; however, it isn't always benificial to the recipient of advice to sugar coat that advice. Truth is sometimes harsh.
And by the way, I have paid my dues in China in the sense that I've been cheated and etc. by employers here. Again note the "may" in my message.
Relax Frank..........