To ring in the frigid temperatures in Chicago, I thought I'd post this photo from a time when I really couldn't escape the cold.I was in college in Hong Kong and felt sorry for myself for the two weeks when the temperatures plummeted to 6C, or 42F.But then I went to China … [Read more...]
Seven months until my publication date!
After a busy weekend of Thanksgiving and other family gatherings, I'm excited for the week ahead.For one thing, today marks seven months until the publication date of GOOD CHINESE WIFE (pre-orders are available here!).Second, on Wednesday I'll receive copy edits from … [Read more...]
Book of the week–Finding the Dragon Lady
If you're looking for a quick and fascinating read this winter, I can't say enough about Monique Brinson Demery's new book, Finding the Dragon Lady: The Mystery of Vietnam's Madame Nhu (PublicAffairs, 2013).Although we all know what ultimately happens in this story, Monique … [Read more...]
Photo Friday
I love this slide for many reasons:1. It's from 1962 Hong Kong2. It was a simpler time3. Hong Kong was developing into a manufacturing powerhouse4. Kennedy was President of the United States5. The Peak wasn't overdeveloped.Thanks to my mom for taking this … [Read more...]
Book of the week–The Art of Escalator Jumping
It's been a while since I've posted my book of the week. I thought I would read a ton when I chaperoned 225 teenagers to New York two weeks ago, but ended up only reading a few pages. And recently I just haven't been able to get into a book.Until I picked up Shannon Young's … [Read more...]
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