Author Archives: Meg
Six Weeks Left In China
I love Yantai with the part of my heart that’s not full of the love-hate expats have for China. It’s hard to fully love a places in which all travel involves dealing with an Mandarin-speaking Whitmore. Here, I’m a G-rated … Continue reading
Variations on a Theme
My school told me it would be no problem to renew my visa, if I bring in my passport one week before my visa is due to expire. I asked if I needed anything else, like a passport picture, but … Continue reading
In Yellow Wood
Today, my boss Will offered me really good terms to work in Yantai next year. (I’d get a lot of nice things, and none of that pesky responsibility junk) I really like my job, I like my students, and I … Continue reading
Tragically Unhip
Most days, I don’t feel like an adult. I think that’s because I play games all day. As the teacher, it’s even more important to spit out my gum before class, and I have to remember to confiscate cards instead … Continue reading
Beijing: Love it or Hate it?
The I Heart Beijing Blog wants to know what you think about Beijing.
Young (Again)
The other day, Young brought in his homework on Roman numerals from another class. I thought he wanted me to help him out with it, but he told me he was giving it to me because I like Rome! Of … Continue reading
As Seen In Yantai
Sometimes Chinese advertising leaves me confused. I can’t even tell a spa from an abortion clinic. Mostly it’s because I’m illiterate, though. These two are too good not to share. This is an aisle of Gatsby hair care products for … Continue reading
Chinese Blogging
The Chinese Blogger Conference is in Hangzhou this weekend. I wonder if any panels are discussing that Blogger/Blogspot is blocked again in China.
Alcohol and Indeterminate Gender
My co-worker Debra picked up some fliers about the One-Way Ticket bar and brought them to school. I’m not sure why the One-Way is having a grand opening party, since we’ve been there before, but we’re not exactly a crowd … Continue reading
Murlocs and Dating
Just letting you know that my article on MMORPGs and relationships is now on WomenGamers.com
