The interactions and sharing between Chinese and American netizens have been amazing in that they have brought two completely separate communities together, it showed that among the people, we have similar goals; to enjoy the company of those around us and take care of one another. I think it"s especially unique as both cultures and peoples have had preconceived notions about each other, but sharing within the same social media platform has taken away the veil and shown how similar the human experience can be.

　　I want every Chinese friend I have met over the past year to know that I appreciate their trust and the community we have built. I read every comment and message I receive. They have helped me see the beauty within myself and feel more confident as a person, and I hope that I have helped them in return. I look forward to all my interactions with them and hope to meet as many as I can as I plan my trip to China.

　　Christy Franklin, a resident of the US state of Wyoming

　　I joined Xiaohongshu a year ago after hearing about it on X. By then, I had already made some online friends from China on X, but that platform is too political. I wanted a place where I could be myself and relax. Another reason for joining was to make more friends, learn about China, its people, its culture and learn Putonghua.

　　Over the past year on the Chinese social media platform, I have made many friends and joined two chat groups dedicated to my favorite Chinese actor Ren Jialun. I have really enjoyed being on the app and visit it almost every day. In some of my posts, I have shared photos from my personal life, such as showing myself, sunset where I live, places I have traveled to, Christmas at my house, and Chinese New Year. With each post, I hope people are getting to know me better.