Category Archives: Personal

FAQ: Buying a House in China

Posted on April 7, 2013 by

Well, I guess the title of this post says it all, for those of you who didn’t already know.  It also explains a bit why I’ve been MIA in posting for the last few weeks. My husband and I bought … Continue reading →

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On A Personal Note

Posted on October 21, 2012 by

This week’s post is going to have very little to do with China.  There.  You’ve been warned.  You can just close this window on your browser and go about your day if you wish. Oh, you stuck around?  Gee, thanks, … Continue reading →

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Procrastination: I’m a Pro!

Posted on July 29, 2012 by

Hey, remember me?! Yes, I know, I didn’t post anything last week.  I was busy – and I know, I say that every time I fail to post.  But it’s true – and yes, I know I say that every … Continue reading →

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It’s Been a Long Week

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

DISCLAIMER:  This story is NOT funny in any way; it’s not intended to be.  This is the account of my dealings with the Canadian embassy (Consular office) in Beijing as I attempted to renew my passport.  I decided to post … Continue reading →

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How Do I Love Thee…

Posted on February 12, 2012 by

First off this week, I want to thank everyone who voted for Tales From Hebei over at My New Chinese Love for the Lotus Blossom Award.  If you haven’t heard already, Jocelyn’s Speaking of China won the award this year, … Continue reading →

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Happy 2012!

Posted on January 15, 2012 by

Yes, I know that it is now more than two weeks into this new year so I’m late with those greetings, and I know that I have been seriously slacking on the blog front, but please don’t get all cranky … Continue reading →

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It’s the Most Wonderful Time Of the Year!

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

Ah, the Christmas season.  That time of year filled with good food, good friends, family, and traditions.  Reminiscing while decorating the tree.  Sipping hot chocolate or eggnog and listening to carols.  Home-cooked meals.  The snowy roofs of houses gleaming with … Continue reading →

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Me? Versatile?? You Clearly Don’t Know Me Very Well

Posted on November 28, 2011 by

So I procrastinated right to the wire on this week’s post.  I sat for days trying to think of something amusing that had happened recently that I could write about.  I’ve got nothing.  Now, as I sit here on Sunday … Continue reading →

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What I Like About You, China

Posted on November 20, 2011 by

There’s that old saying about how “when it rains, it pours,” and that’s how I’ve been feeling this last little while.  I won’t bore you with the whiny details, but I haven’t exactly been the happiest camper in the last … Continue reading →

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Bringing Back the Book Club

Posted on November 6, 2011 by

It’s the second installment in my book club (cue applause and loud squealing – come on, they did it for Oprah!).  As before, the book is China-related and deals with foreigners experiences in China.  Obviously I enjoy reading books I … Continue reading →

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