CAStafford on CAStafford 's blog Just Your Average Clutz Next Door - A Memoir(4 comments)
Ha ha!! Full Comment>>
CAStafford on news Woman Dies Jumping in Water After Boyfriend, Who Jumped in After Ex(10 comments)
I was just about to say the same thing after reading the first few responses. Unbelievable how cold hearted people's responses can be at hearing about a person's death. I feel sad for her family and friends. Full Comment>>
CAStafford on news Foreigners Disgrace Country by Taking Bikes Onto Beijing Subway(34 comments)
I've always wondered about taking a bike on the subway and may have tried it myself if it wasn't apparent that I have never seen anyone else do it so it must not be allowed. Is there a sign somewhere that I missed? Anyway, if security stops you then stop. I do think some people are very arrogant when they visit ... Full Comment>>
CAStafford on CAStafford 's blog The Lonely Life of a Transient Expat(10 comments)
Thanks for your response. Actually, I love riding my bikes around Beijing. For me, t's one of the highlights of living here! :) Full Comment>>
CAStafford on CAStafford 's blog The Lonely Life of a Transient Expat(10 comments)
I have some great Chinese friends. Full Comment>>
CAStafford on CAStafford 's blog The Lonely Life of a Transient Expat(10 comments)
Thanks for your reply. Actually, I put this blog out for other lonely expats. Yes, it's my story, but I knew there were others (like you) who might find comfort in knowing there's someone else out there who feels the same. I'm not afraid of the negativity. Just observing. :) Hang in there! Full Comment>>
CAStafford on news An Anxious Beijing to Departing Expats: “Please Stay, Guests from Far Away.”(59 comments)
For me, the number one reason I would want to leave China is the lack of hospitality and rudeness of the society, as a whole. Not all people are rude, and not all people lack hospitality, but when you show up for a job, you expect certain things. I've been to other countries and have been well taken care of by my ... Full Comment>>