nashboroguy

May 21, 2017 07:34

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Tips for Living Well on a Budget in China

I think this article is a waste of time. The real reason why this person is having financial problems is that they got married and had a child. A single person can do very well for themselves while saving plenty of money. I agree with most of the comments on here. Especially about working illegally. I do not know ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 21, 2017 07:22

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news 7 Initiatives to Implement International Student Success

One of the biggest problems with Chinese "International" schools is the administration of these programs. 99% of these programs are business oriented programs designed to line the pockets of the owners of these programs, the school officials, and government officials. Most parents have to pay to have their students ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 21, 2017 07:06

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Top 7 Financial Tips for Expats in China

I agree with #1. You should have medical insurance, especially if you are one of the older expats. Although Chinese healthcare is less expensive than the US, it can eat up your savings if you have a serious illness or accident. International healthcare can cost $1500-$2000 annually. As for investing, I also agree ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 16, 2017 17:29

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Biting the Bullet: Going to the Dentist in China

Two crowns molded and placed on my teeth. Annual cleaning in local clinics. Never a bad experience and the price has always been great. I just wish more Chinese would learn to brush their teeth daily and take better care of their teeth. That is not most frightening part of Chinese dental issues. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Jan 29, 2016 13:31

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Quiet, Please! Noise Polllution in China

I always have to smile to myself when I see and hear westerners getting all bent out of shape because they do not like Chinese culture. TIC people. If you do not like it here, find a door and don't let it smack you on the way out. Plain and simple. The way westerners whine about one thing after another because China ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Jan 24, 2016 20:33

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Spring Festival Travel Guide to Destinations and Buying Train & Airline Tickets

You forgot bus travel options and policies. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Dec 21, 2015 08:01

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Weifang University Students Punished for Holding Hands on Campus

Sounds like an American Christian university. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Dec 14, 2015 22:18

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Your Stories: Funniest Teaching Experiences in China

My kids love using the electronic dictionaries for their writing assignments. But, they do not really know how to use the words that they find. On one assignment, they were writing about the different ways boys and girls communicate to one another. Instead of using the word "interact", they found a word that said ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Oct 21, 2015 19:23

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Kindergarten Teacher Shares Naked Pictures of Her Students with Friends Online

Sex education for kindergarten. Who would have thought that? And, my high school kids get their sex education from watching western films and music videos. No sex education programs in schools here. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Sep 10, 2015 21:48

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news A Teacher's Guide to Working at an International School in China

I agree with many of the comments that most international schools are using the title loosely. But, there are reputable schools that do have good international programs. I am currently working for one of them. Vetting a school before signing a contract is your best safety measure. It does seem that there are more ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Aug 21, 2015 09:57

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Passenger Detained for Grabbing Confiscated Charging Device from Airport Security

8/21: I flew from Zhuhai to Wuxi, via Changsha: Security asked to look at the device in my carry-on. But, that is all. On the other hand, they had a fit over my shampoo/liquid soap/shaving cream. Fine. I understand this. They failed to find my two lighters for my cigarettes though. Cracked me up. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Jul 06, 2015 22:14

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news China to Train Five Thousand Football Coaches

My question is where will these kids play soccer? Cities do not have many soccer venues left. Perhaps they should have made a directive for basketball coaches. Kids love basketball more than soccer. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Jun 29, 2015 20:53

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Money, Stability, or Family? The Important Factors for China's Young Job Seekers

I think the general perspective of the article can be held true for just about any developed or semi-developed nation. Perhaps not the figures themselves. But, the premise of the article holds true. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

Jun 16, 2015 08:13

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Teaching in a Third-Tier City: My Year in Yingkou

I began my China adventure teaching in a small town called Ganyu/Qinkou in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province. I loved it there, despite the normal concerns here in China with pollution and cultural issues. A small foreigner contingency provided support to each other. At the time, there were about 8 of us in the town. We ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 22, 2015 19:14

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news U.S. Arrests Chinese Professor for Economic Espionage

Two notes I want to make: 1. FBAR technology has military applications...They left out the "U"...FUBAR. Many will not know what this means. But, those that do, will probably agree with the connotation made. 2. China wants the American government to send Chinese nationals back to China who took billions of RMB out of ... Full Comment>>

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May 13, 2015 20:47

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Sichuan Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Smuggling Fake Guns

I feel sad for this young man. At 19, his life is over. And, for what? Guns that do nothing. Go to any toy store and you will find imitation guns. Go to a street market and you will find gun lighters and other stupid crap. It depends on what the purpose of the purchase was. I really, really, really hope there is ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 12, 2015 19:35

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Chinese Shocked by Kate Middleton's Public Postpartum Appearance

I am amazed that they know who she is. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 12, 2015 09:44

Articles : nashboroguy commented on news Nightmare Vacations: Chinese Opt for Cheap Tours Despite Hidden Shopping Scams, High Deposits

I got stuck on one of these tours once. As a foreigner, there was not much they could do I think since there was a language problem. Everytime they made a stop, I just stayed outside of the shopping area and went for a walk. I did go in once because I was interested in the silk making process. I stayed for the ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 12, 2015 09:34

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Guizhou Theater Stage Can't Hold Choir, Sudden Collapse Injures 8

Kind of reminds me of the cartoons I used to watch as a kid. The secret door on the stage opens up and the singer falls through. Hilarious. Thankfully no one was seriously hurt in this one though. Happens all over the world with stages and performances. Has nothing to do with Chinese or China. Shit happens. Plain ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 12, 2015 09:29

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news 8 Foreigners Detained in Beijing Drug Raid

Well, there goes five posters from this website. Damn. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 10, 2015 16:55

Blogs : nashboroguy commented on destinyeric 's blog Choosing a Foreign English teacher in China

I sure hope you are not a teacher. Your grammar and spelling are horrible. As for England being the only true "native" English speakers...NOT! You point out American Indians in America as disqualifiers. Perhaps you should look into your own history to see where your ancestors came from to populate England. The point ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 10, 2015 16:46

Blogs : nashboroguy commented on adb2014 's blog The Ugly Truth

I sympathize with your hurt feelings. I am an old, fat man. I think it interesting that these traits make me handsome to Chinese people. Back home, not so much. I am ugly. But, I have to mostly disagree with your analysis about "They also have to teach a lot of children – some of them spoilt rotten, who not only ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 09, 2015 17:27

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Premier Li Keqiang Orders Vanilla Cappuccino in Zhongguancun, Drink Sells Out Within an Hour

Ahhhhh....the power of advertising in China. Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 09, 2015 17:26

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news China Publicly Blacklists 4 Badly Behaved Chinese Tourists

Every member of the Chinese government should be placed on a lifetime blacklist for their actions. This kid climbed a statue. Big freak'n deal!!!!! Politicians with way too much time on their hands, way too scared of losing their power, and way to dumb to be effective in anything. There is a saying in America (which ... Full Comment>>

nashboroguy

May 06, 2015 18:13

Around China : nashboroguy commented on news Teacher Who Made Her Student Carry Her Umbrella: I Was Wrong To Do So

And this is the power of the internet. And, sometimes, that power is misused or misguided. I can totally understand a student who idolizes their teacher wanting to be nice and do good for the teacher. If this is truly the case, then so be it. But, if the teacher was using her position over the students, then she ... Full Comment>>