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What I’m reading
I'm currently reading Richard Burger's book Behind the Red Door: Sex in China
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It is a very interesting look at a subject that is rarely discussed with expats (or anyone else).
Tag Archives: Student
Christmas in the Chinese countryside
Being thousands of miles away from home isn’t exactly how most people picture celebrating Christmas. In fact, it’s a holiday that can be pretty hard to enjoy without family. So, like many expats, I did my best to recreate the … Continue reading
Posted in Life in China
Tagged China, Christmas, Deck the Halls, Frosty the Snowman, Holiday, Holiday greetings, Jesus, Jingle Bells, Student
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The Subject - An excerpt from Yaxue’s latest work
Today we have a sample from one of Yaxue’s excellent short stories that reflect on her childhood, and what it was like growing up in Northern China during Mao’s reign. It explores Revolutionary Education as well as the “Learn from … Continue reading
Posted in Rural Life, Weekend Section
Tagged China, Education, Educators, Inner Mongolia, Lei Feng, Short story, Student
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In Praise of the PRC - My talent show debut
The following chapter follows Casey’s story in the fall of 2009, continued from here. The whole week, maintenance men had been erecting banners throughout campus. Each banner reflected on the upcoming day of celebration with phrases such as Honor the Fatherland … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized, Weekend Section
Tagged Arts, China, Hip hop, National Day, Owl City, Performing Arts, Student, Teacher, United States
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