How to Explain Sandstorms to Kids
Beijing’s been looking like the set of Dune all weekend. At first, it looked like…
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Students Left Hanging as AP Testing Centers Close
AP exam scores are an important part of the college admissions process, so what can students do if they’re canceled?
Beijing Made Me a Better Mom: Reflections After Repatriation
We moved back to the US last July, and everyone asks the same questions about living in Beijing. They want to know what it was like (wild), how we liked it (a lot), how the kids liked it (they loved it, it was their home), do they know any Mandarin (basics), and are you happy to be back (not at first).
How do you answer those questions with small talk?
I Want To Be a Stalker When I Grow Up
What’s wrong with being persistent to “get the girl,” especially if they aren’t the Prince Charming type. Is a nice guy expected to simply accept a rejection, when they’re really into someone and know they’d be a great match?
Unconventional Books for Unconventional Moms (and One for the Dads!)
Feel betrayed by books like “What to Expect When You’re Expecting?” Here are my book tips!
Setting Up Your WeChat Account and Must-Join Groups in Beijing
No matter how you feel about social media, living in China means using WeChat. So hey, might as well get the most out of it!
DIY Summer Camp Week 4: Explore the Hutongs
Most of us live near hutongs, but how much have we really explored? Join us for some great history and crafts, centered in Beijing.
The Parental Mile High Club: Travelling with Babies and Potty Trainers
If you’ve spent any time in parent groups, every few weeks a panicked parent jumps…
Questions Families Must Ask Before a Relo Adventure
Relocating your family is a huge adventure that should start with answering these questions…
New Mom Relaxes into Her Familiar Look with a Twist!
Mom Christine Wacko embraces a fresh look with a surprise visitor at the salon.