Why You Should Never Sign Chinese Documents, Unless You Can Read Chinese
Now my father taught me well: never sign anything you have not read. This piece…
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Favorite Things Party in Beijing
I am always ready to try new things, and last week was no exception. My…
Coping With the Departure Season
“So are you staying or going?” It’s a seasonal question, one that pops up each…
Seven Tips for a Happy Trip Home
Over the summer break many families will be returning to their home countries, to catch…
What I’ve Learned from Living in Beijing
“Where are you from?” The dreaded question. I stutter, and blurt out “America,” hoping it’s…
Looking Back: Expat Communication When I Was A Child
Hailing from a family of expats, I know how hard it can be to keep…
Shunyi Happenings: Adjusting to Life in Beijing, Liu Guoliang, Book Fair, Rugby Rivalry
Adjusting to Life in Beijing The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi is hosting a…
Expat Empty Nest Syndrome
The moment that children leave home marks a huge change for all moms and…
Old Age and Abroad – Expat Guilt Over Aging Parents
Waiting at London Heathrow airport for our suitcases last week, another mother doing the same…
When Summer Arrives, Best Friends Leave
As the school year comes to an end, many international school students will experience the…