Robk on news Student Accuses Principle of Being Part Of Dongguan Arrests to Delay Start of School(13 comments)
Probably had rich parents with Guanxi, otherwise I bet he would have accidentally fallen down the stairs. Full Comment>>
Robk on hadleyj09 's blog Why do you wanna live in China? (Because I love China)(70 comments)
I never said I wanted to be "Chinese" but I would like to have the option just as they would in Canada. The whole point is that Chinese directly or indirectly make you FEEL like you are always here temporarily when it may look like a more permanent situation... sort of stuck in Limbo... which is why most ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Climbs Into Bengal Tiger Cage at Chengdu Zoo, Unharmed (17 comments)
Look at the tiger in the last picture, even the tiger is thinking "Man, this guy is a complete idiot!" Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Climbs Into Bengal Tiger Cage at Chengdu Zoo, Unharmed (17 comments)
Haha... he split his pants. That just makes it even more stupid and hilarious. Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Climbs Into Bengal Tiger Cage at Chengdu Zoo, Unharmed (17 comments)
Hahaha... "Oh baby, I can't miss out on this once in a lifetime happy meal... Tiger and rice, here I come! Oh shit... I forgot the rice cooker!" What a moron, I wish the Tiger would have rid the world of this fool. Full Comment>>
Robk on news Zhengzhou Man Builds Small Electric ‘Lamborghini’, Faster Than a Scooter(4 comments)
Always good to have a goal and a hobby. At least he can tell his neighbors, "Yeah I took my son to school in my lambo, that's how I roll!" Full Comment>>
Robk on news Hong Kong Business Man Has 100 Million RMB iPhone Made in England(12 comments)
What a great man! Instead of spending about 20 mil USD on a phone cover he could of helped rural children out of poverty or sex trade workers to develop new skills and get out of a living hell... but no... He spent it on something grossly unnecessary and vain, the signs of a truly great man! Full Comment>>
Robk on news Expats in China: What Lessons Do They Take Away?(31 comments)
I agree. This article is very one-sided. Yes, China has pretty awesome food and yes people are playful and happy (but "immature" would probably be a better word). People can be friendly but people can also stare at you like an alien or whisper about you and think you can't understand. Most people only stay ... Full Comment>>
Robk on hadleyj09 's blog Why do you wanna live in China? (Because I love China)(70 comments)
Well man, you got a great attitude and that will help but you are still obviously in what many of us refer to as "The Honeymoon" phase. I have been here almost 8 years now and lived in large cities and been to places where foreigners have never stepped foot and there is ALWAYS one common denominator. I am ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Expatiate Asks Terminally Ill Girlfriend to Marry Him(17 comments)
That doesn't sound too painful and difficult. Say a few lines in Chinese and do it in front of others. "difficult as possible" - I could think up a lot more difficult obstacles for him. Such as... you have to buy a car... own a house... you getting my point? That's why I questioned it. Full Comment>>
Robk on news Modern Toilet: Xi’an’s Latest Quirky Restaurant(8 comments)
Well, it is suitable... most restaurants in China are .... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Does Shoddy Job at Making Car Look Like a Mercedes Benz(8 comments)
Hahaha... so stupid on all accounts. The guy for making the changes (which I can understand actually). The government for giving him a fine for modifications and taking points off his drivers license (did he drive it poorly? WTH?) And China in general for allowing BYD to rip off a model of LEXUS and then say it's ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Expatiate Asks Terminally Ill Girlfriend to Marry Him(17 comments)
This is an awesome story. I am not sure why she demanded he propose in front of a crowd of people (that sounded a little off). Was it because she wanted to have witnesses? Or something else? Either way, it sounds like a happy ending to two lives that have been hit hard with unfortunate events. I hope the happiness ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Expatiate Asks Terminally Ill Girlfriend to Marry Him(17 comments)
Hospitals in China are the worst places. I hate going to them more than dirty rural bathrooms. The doctors and nurses are so cold (uncaring) and incompetent (at least from my encounters). Seriously, just use Google and then head to the pharmacy, you have a better chance. Most hospitals just offer you IV drips with ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news British Girl Working as an Aupair in China is Shocked by Wealth(17 comments)
Wow. That's exciting news! Full Comment>>
Robk on Robk 's blog Tired of doing ESL? Want to try something else in China? (7 comments)
Hey, Sorry been in travel since Spring Festival. Yup, I am in China and sure I can accept payments via other methods. I remember reading that you wanted to open a bakery (a good idea). I will send you a personal message soon. Thinking outside the box seems to be the only way to get out. Even the freelancer business ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Two Foreigners Overstay Visa, One For 3 Years(14 comments)
Herp-a-derp? Full Comment>>
Robk on news Two Foreigners Overstay Visa, One For 3 Years(14 comments)
Why was the guy that overstayed 3 years charged less than the guy that stayed 37 days? By the names, it suggests they are Koreans or Asians themselves. So the people couldn't just tell the reporters which country? Not like they had their passports or anything to look from... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Accused of Robbing and Raping His Wife Aquitted(12 comments)
LoL... the Chinese logic to solving a problem. Rape your wife and steal your own stuff before someone has the chance! That'll teach em.... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Spring Festival Memoir: In the Defense of Experiencing “Chun Yun”(23 comments)
Good for you, I have been in China for nearly 8 years, married a national, speak fluent Chinese, tons of Chinese friends & family, been to over 40+ Chinese cities (lived in 5), So I doubt your claims. Traveling during Spring Festival isn't so hot, but that doesn't mean spending the time with your Chinese family ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Spring Festival Memoir: In the Defense of Experiencing “Chun Yun”(23 comments)
Yeah, I agree. That Gala pretty much sucks... lol Full Comment>>
Robk on news Spring Festival Memoir: In the Defense of Experiencing “Chun Yun”(23 comments)
Oh, but your way is the "right" thing. Trying to understand Chinese culture and interacting with them during their most important holiday is not... Move to Thailand then... if you have that option. A lot of foreigners can't or don't want to interact with the locals. It's like Chinese that study abroad and ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Spring Festival Memoir: In the Defense of Experiencing “Chun Yun”(23 comments)
You know if you venture to another country, you should keep an open mind and actually put a little bit of effort into experiencing their holidays like a local. If you just came here for a quick job and expected everything and everyone to accommodate you, ni zuo meng ba (you are dreaming). I actually look forward to ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Spring Festival Memoir: In the Defense of Experiencing “Chun Yun”(23 comments)
That's the thing. Most of the people return to their home villages and many cities and towns do shut down... Have you seen Beijing during Spring Festival? It turns into a Ghost town. However, if you have Chinese family and friends... take the invitation and go with them. Then you can experience the joyful part of ... Full Comment>>
Robk on news Man Fakes Kidnapping, Tries to Extort Wife to Pay Off Gambling Debt(7 comments)
Hahaha... he didn't consider the fact she would contact the police and they would trace the account... of course not... I guess we can't expect too much from a guy that is 150 000 RMB in gambling debt. Full Comment>>