Stuart Beaton is back guest blogging about shanzhai, or fakes. This time he goes beyond copy watches and CDs. You can also catch Stu's podcasts at http://rastous.podomatic.com. Here's Stu:For many foreigners, the sight of a chicken coming to the table with the head still on … [Read more...]
‘Tis the season–to give books
When I was younger, I would've been pissed off if I'd gotten all books for the holidays. I can't remember what exactly it was that I wanted, but books always seemed boring and a cop out. But now I can't think of anything I'd rather get.(Flowers, chocolate, and jewelry might … [Read more...]
Meet me at the Pen
Yesterday I took my two little ones up to Chicago for lunch at the Peninsula Hotel. There we met my two sisters-in-law in what's become an annual tradition over the last five years.I like the Peninsula not so much because it's a fancy hotel, but because it reminds me of the … [Read more...]
By the time I get to Phoenix
Another busy morning today, but this one was planned.I woke all three kids up at six, prying the two little ones from their beds/cribs as they cried and begged to go back to sleep. But we had a flight to catch.Or rather, number one son had a flight to catch. And since the … [Read more...]
Escape from Chicago
I've had one tough morning. Had to cancel a dim sum engagement party after my kids knocked over a lamp with a mercury-fille light bulb. What a disaster when you have a living room full of toys and books--and wall to wall carpeting.After I rushed the kids away from the living … [Read more...]
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