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Turning 30 in China: 8 Years Abroad
I just turned 30. I’ve been living abroad since I was 22, and it’s been nearly 8 years of being an expat outside of my home country. It hasn’t always been easy. It’s challenging. There are hard days. You miss lots of life. Birthdays, holidays, events. But it’s helped shape me, mold me, grow me. And…
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Beijing Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven is one of the most famous temples in Beijing, and probably one of the most recognizable temples in China. Located in the southeastern part of Beijing, the Temple of Heaven is made up of a complex of imperial religious buildings. During the Qing and Ming dynasties Emperors would come to pray…
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Americans In China: China Plus Video Interviews
In June 2020 I collaborated with China Plus on a variety of video interview projects. China Plus News shares all about China’s people, traditions, culture, politics and more. Americans in China: Rachel Meets China China Plus run a video series called Americans In China. They interviewed me for another video in this series and asked me…
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Coronavirus Q&A with My Chinese and Expat Friends in China
Since the coronavirus outbreak, cities in China have been taking precautions to prevent the spreading of the virus. Every city has different regulations, and even certain areas in the same city might have various rules. I have many Chinese friends and expat foreign friends living in cities all over China and wanted to check in…
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The Best Instagram Spots in Chongqing
Chongqing is a megacity in central China that offers impressive mountain scenery and city views! It’s a photographer’s dream, with plenty of famous scenic spots as well as some hidden gems that will definitely delight and impress your artistic eye. I recently spent 3 days in Chongqing, walking, hiking, and taxiing all around the giant…
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China Coronavirus Memes and Photos
I’m one of many expats living in China right now during the coronavirus outbreak. We’re taking precautions and staying updated during this serious time, but in difficult situations like this usually a little bit of humor helps. The international community in China has bonded together, not only sharing helpful tips and advice in our Wechat…