So I returned this afternoon from four magical days in Hong Kong! After a whirlwind of sightseeing, shopping, seeing friends, and eating a ton, I think it makes the most sense to start with a post about the first day. Although we landed the night before, we went straight to the … [Read more...]
Return from exile
When I think of returning to Hong Kong--on the plane about to land--I tear up.But is a 14 year absence really something to cry over? After all, it's hardly been more than a decade. Recently a friend returned to Hong Kong--where she'd lived much longer than I had--after 44 … [Read more...]
Workplace Relations in the Middle Kingdom
Just when I thought I'd heard it all from China, guest blogger Stuart Beaton tells me about his university's crazy new plan to teach English. I won't reveal what's gone down in Tianjin, but it sounds irrational. For those of you who haven't checked out Stuart's fabulous podcasts, … [Read more...]
Memories of a time ago
In less than 12 hours I'll be able to count on one hand the days until I leave for Hong Kong. Thousands fly, walk, or drive into Hong Kong every day, so it's not an unusual occurrence. But I've never viewed Hong Kong as just another destination and doubt I ever will. So what … [Read more...]
Book of the week–River Dragon Sky
Last week I read a new China novel, River Dragon Sky (Signal 8 Press, 2012) by Justin Nicholes. Set on a college campus in Henan, Nicholes' book centers on five fascinating--and very realistic--characters:* Zhuan He--a female student who excels in English debate* Feng--a … [Read more...]
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