Monthly Archives: March 2011

What Not to Wear

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

For those who aren’t familiar with the process, taking wedding photos in China is quite the adventure, and not for the faint of heart.  Wedding photos here are not taken the same day as the wedding; instead, an entire day … Continue reading →

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Note to Self: Be More Frivolous

Posted on March 20, 2011 by

Forgive me, but I’m going to depart from my usual weird China tales this week in favour of something a little more personal.  Today is my birthday…and I’m 30. Ugh.  I’ve been dreading this day for the last couple of … Continue reading →

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Notes From our First Team Meeting (It’s Getting Political!)

Posted on March 13, 2011 by

Well, we finally had our first “team meeting” regarding our wedding (no, we didn’t wear uniforms – there is still a bit of a stalemate regarding the logo). After months of me asking whether we should be starting to plan … Continue reading →

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When the Taxi Driver Understands

Posted on March 6, 2011 by

(I’m actually forbidden from telling this story around here anymore, since my co-worker’s boyfriend gets jealous and protective, but I’m going to go ahead and share it with you anyway.) The first summer after I arrived back in China in … Continue reading →

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