Sophia Aurangzeb
Where are you from? Pakistan.
How long have you been in Beijing?
We’re here for a year; it’s been six months so far.
What are you doing for Mother’s Day?
We’re not really doing anything. Every day is kind of like Mother’s Day for me.
Where’s your favorite place to go on the weekend?
We like to explore the markets. Last weekend we went to Tianyi market [in Fuchengmen].
Where do you go to indulge?
My home. It’s comfortable, and I can keep control of the kids.
June Lee Johnston
Where are you from?
Korea.
How long have you lived in Beijing?
Ten years.
Where’s your favorite place to go shopping?
I buy most of my clothes when I go traveling, from places like Cambodia. I like ethnic culture.
Where’s the best place to indulge?
I like going to Bodhi. It’s pretty popular, and I feel comfortable there.
Are you looking forward to Mother’s Day?
I just had my 30th birthday, so I’m not really expecting anything. I’m more excited about my baby’s first birthday.
Where do you go on the weekend?
The parks around Lido; anywhere that’s green and peaceful.
Rovella Tan
Where are you from?
The Philippines.
How long have you been in Beijing?
Almost two years.
What do you really want for Mother’s Day?
I’d like anything for Mother’s Day, but I love clothes and shoes … and money!
Where do you like to shop?
Vero Moda because they have my size.
Where’s your favorite place to go on the weekend?
I like to go with my family to the park. Normally we go to Chaoyang Park. We also like going to different Chinese restaurants.
Where do you go to indulge?
Starbucks in The Village. I can just sit and relax.
Yoko Inove
Where are you from?
Japan.
How long have you been in Beijing?
Almost a year.
What was your favorite Mother’s Day present?
My son drew a picture of my face. That was my first Mother’s Day present.
What do you really want for Mother’s Day?
I want my son to say “Happy Mother’s Day” to me. He’s not too good with languages, and he’s still learning English.
Where’s your favorite place to go on the weekend?
My favorite place to go is Lucky Street because they have a lot of Japanese restaurants. I also like Solana – it has a lot of shops and places to have coffee.
What’s your favorite clothing label?
I like Japanese brands, but I don’t know what they’re called in English. I’d have to write it in Japanese.
