This last Saturday we went to the art zone in Beijing called 798. (To read about 798 and the Beijing Biennale visit the Dear Librarian’s post on the What is a “biennale?.) It’s this huge area blocked off with main streets and alleyways filled with galleries, shops, and cafes. We didn’t realize its vastness untilContinue reading Saturdays in Beijing–798 with Our Good Friends
The second Saturday here we were determined to go check out Tian’anmen Square. We were dropped off outside the Forbidden City–that will take a whole Saturday on its own at another time. The little meandering garden with creek was a quaint walk into the square. Upon arrival to the square, you see this massive oldContinue reading Saturdays in Beijing–Tian’anmen Square and Qianmen Dajie
Since the Saturday we arrived on August 1st, we’ve been doing something special on each Saturday thereafter. This day offers the perfect time to escape and seek adventure in our new home–Beijing, China. On the first Saturday, we met up with friends made while teaching in Caracas, Venezuela: Debbie Diaz and Jane Farrelly and PhilContinue reading Saturdays in Beijing–Catching Up with Old Friends
Here’s a really good video to showcase the International School of Beijing. We are really excited to work at this school and also have our kids attend this institution.
I’ve never been one to make new year resolutions. In the past I’ve chosen a word to represent the year only to have that word forgotten a month later. Nope, none of that focus, goals, words, resolutions is for me. But, there’s a BUT. I would like to do something. So I have an idea…Continue reading 2021 Project–A Photo Album a Month
I’ve got a bad case of blogging block, and I have figured out why. I never did put that little black square on my Instagram feed. I didn’t and haven’t put anything to support, contradict, or even mention the #blacklivesmatter movement. Honestly I have tayed mute. I never wanted to say the wrong thing. I’mContinue reading My Blogging Block and Thoughts on Racism
I have a very wonderful friend named Caron. She is the epitome of a classic beauty: with her tall and sleek stature, waist length strawberry blond hair, and both flawless figure and face, she’s a glamorous woman to admire. And, she’s my friend! A really good one actually. So I know her beauty runs deep.Continue reading The History of My Wrap Coat
My sister and I were talking about how we both have serious birthday issues–her’s is February 9th, and mine was yesterday, February 21st. We really don’t like our birthdays. Too much hype, too many great expectations, when really it’s just another day. Although the one birthday I did absolutely enjoy the most in my lifeContinue reading Turning 48 Birthday Will Be Different Than the Rest
There’s been a main attraction this February: Maeve has been in town! It’s always fun when someone comes to visit because we end up taking on the role of tourist with our guest, and that’s what exactly what we’ve been doing with Maeve, my niece and the kids’ cousin. This means there’s been less NetflixContinue reading What I’ve Been Up To This February
Ugh. I hate this topic. I actually avoided writing last night (Friday, when I usually write), so I could sleep on it and dream what I’d write. (Yes, ever since my college days, I write best when I sleep on it.) For some, this topic is unrelatable; for others they could be finding themselves inContinue reading The Little Squares Called Instagram
According to the above image from last November, it would appear I also was having a leopard moment exactly one year ago. Here I am wearing leopard boldly, casually with jeans, and cozily in my faux fur jacket. Indeed, all year long, for many many years now, I’ve been no stranger to leopard. Please doContinue reading What I’ve Been Up To This November
I’m usually very good about cleaning out my closet. If something is ever added, I try to immediately take something out. This is especially easy with staple items like white tees or black pants. It becomes a little more difficult with funky pieces like printed skirts or graphic tees, but I do try. Living inContinue reading Holding On To Clothes