I’ve come to realize…no matter where one traipses off to on this planet, things are not so different from place to place in the end. In light of this, I’ve made a series of comparisons with snapshots from my life in Chicago, and my life in Taiwan. Let’s take a look at how similar/different they […]
Chicago
Chowin’ Down in Chinatown
Established between 1889 and 1928 (with ongoing renovations) Chicago’s Chinatown has had both a rocky and colorful history. When the first immigrants arrived in the city they experienced intense racial discrimination but soon managed to carve out a unique place for themselves in this new world. Over the years Chinatown has become a favorite of Chicagoans and […]
Images of Chicago: Part I
I never realized how beautiful the city of Chicago could be (when it’s not winter!). I now see the charm of the city that’s been right under my nose for the past 30 years. Perhaps it’s because I’ve been living in Asia and I’m used to looking at everything through a traveler’s eyes. I promise […]