Bills, Bills, Bills
Between the language barrier and the labyrinthine nature of China’s bureaucracy, paying bills can seem…
Browsing: Life
Cooling Off the Chinese Way
In North America, we slather ourselves in sunscreen, throw on some shades, and put the…
Have Pet, Will Travel
For many pet owners, leaving a cat or dog behind is akin to abandoning a…
Happy Hiring
Employing an ayi is common within the expat world, as is hiring a driver. Domestic…
Super Sized America
I was stunned when my daughter’s "kids’ meal" was served. She ordered crispy chicken…
Home, Sweet Home
When moving to a city the size of Beijing (22 million and counting), it’s overwhelming…
Out With the Old and In With the Twins
First of all, no, I am not tossing out, leasing, or selling Reina (thanks…
License to Drive
If you are new to Beijing and have finally managed to ride in a car…
Busin’ It
If we’re talking strictly about public transportation, most local Beijingers prefer to take buses rather…
Adjusting to a New Life
No expat is immune to culture shock, but you may be surprised by which member…