I've been back in Guangzhou for about a week now and with all the choir concerts, holiday events, Chinese lessons, and work it feels more like a whole month. With the weather in the 60F range, it feels positively wintry here. Our Christmas tree is up and the whole city is bedazzled with glitzy decorations... Continue Reading →
Bali part 3 – Thank you Ubud
My favorite time of year is here! Living abroad and away from my immediate family makes Christmas time a little different and sometimes difficult, but each year I enjoy recreating old traditions and developing new ones with A and friends. I'm almost to the end of my sweet time in New Zealand with my family.... Continue Reading →
Warning: spiders inside. Plus Paris!
After trains, planes, and long walks lugging luggage, I am back at my grandparents' house for my last few days in the UK. Over my three weeks here, the weather has shifted from summer to fall and the leaves are starting to change into their autumn colors. My morning yoga on the outside patio has... Continue Reading →
Blackberry picking and other adventures
You find me sitting in Birmingham International Airport eating a ham and cheddar sandwich on brown bread with kale chips and a soy milk latte. I realize that doesn’t seem newsworthy, but getting such a meal in Guangzhou would be a major feat. Unfortunately, as much as the food is delicious in China, I find... Continue Reading →