One of the things I love most about living overseas is learning about the local holidays. This has certainly been the case in Asia, where there are no western counterparts to many celebrations. The most intriguing I’ve come across is the Hungry Ghost Festival, celebrated among Chinese people across Asia on the 15th day of […]
Beijing
Chinese Cupping
In Beijing, it was popular –among westerners and locals alike – to be treated for a variety of ailments with cupping. One of my neighbors, Hilde, was a practitioner of this ancient Chinese medicinal art when she lived in her native country of Norway. While in Beijing, she became the recipient of cupping treatment when […]
The Art of a Bargaining
People often tell me that they hate to bargain – and I understand. I used to feel the same way, but after many years living in countries that require it to survive, I have changed my opinion. I now enjoy a good bargaining session and look forward to opportunities to hone my negotiating skills. How […]