DaqingDevil

Jul 01, 2013 23:02

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Weirdo Women Pledges to Marry Whoever Finds Her Lost Bike

I would have appreciated a photo of the woman so that I could make up my mind whether to look for the bike or remain in a normal, happy life! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 28, 2013 21:47

Blogs : DaqingDevil commented on Coffaholic 's blog The Weirdest Chinese Snacks I’m Addicted to

A couple there I haven't tried. I had those rice crispy thingamies for the first time a couple of days ago.They were okay! I washed them down with a Tsingtao - mistake. Maybe the coffee is the way to go. Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 28, 2013 11:49

Blogs : DaqingDevil commented on easyrider 's blog My Top 5 Favorite English Teaching Games

Thanks for those games. I play a couple with slightly different rules but there are 2 games there that I will be trying straight away. Cheers Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 28, 2013 11:43

Articles : DaqingDevil commented on news Here are the Winners of the eChinacities Blog Contest!

Wow! I won!? Thanks to those who voted. It did become a war of attrition between Mojo and myself over the past few days and Chamaflauge has hit a truthful note about number of friends having a bit to do with it. I confess that after receiving an email (which everybody got) saying we should get all our friends and ... Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 26, 2013 17:22

Blogs : DaqingDevil Posted a new blog Teaching kids in China (1)

The end of the Spring term is almost here with my smaller children classes winding up this week. They call them Shentong classes which are basic English lessons aimed at 4 – 6 year olds who have as yet to enter primary school. These kids all go to the local kindergartens and there are government kindergartens ...

DaqingDevil

Jun 26, 2013 17:07

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news “Happy Endings” Not Prostitution: Sentenced Salon Bosses Let Off by Court

I guess the guys are lucky that they didn't receive the death penalty which would have meant no chance of appeal!!! Would a BJ constitute the same as a hand job? Bill Clinton once said: I didn't have sex with her. According to Chinese law he's damn right! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 26, 2013 12:23

Articles : DaqingDevil commented on news The Wax and Wane of Community Spirit in China

You're probably right about the lack of community spirit evident among the Chinese today. It seems to be a blind acceptance of everything, a community in which either people are so busy trying to survive or past experience of complaining has resulted in little or no action and hence why bother? And yes, capitalism ... Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 25, 2013 19:38

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Here’s a Cat Riding a Dog with Shades and a Smart Phone in Kunming

Maybe they were taking the cat for a LAB test! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 25, 2013 19:36

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Yulin Dog Meat Festival Goes On Despite Protests; 10,000+ Dogs Consumed

This gives new meaning to the expression: "Wolf (woof) down a meal!" Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 25, 2013 19:10

Blogs : DaqingDevil commented on Moonlake 's blog A Few Things I Learned from My Chinese Wedding

Congratulations! Sounds like it all went well. It would certainly be different for me to attend a wedding where the brides was the foreigner. Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 25, 2013 19:03

Blogs : DaqingDevil commented on darkstar1 's blog Some Observations of Swimming Antics in China

Spit vents??!! Really??!! Interesting observations. Modesty prevents me from being too crude but the openness in spas and pools certainly highlights a size issue doesn't it? Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 23:11

Blogs : DaqingDevil Posted a new blog Foreigner Olympics - Daqing

Last Monday we completed the 7th Annual Foreigner Olympics in Daqing and as it was a long, hot day it all ended as expected with a few cold beers and an exceedingly sore body over the next few days. The events were pretty much the same as last year with 10 pin bowling leading us into a day of our two new sports - ...

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 22:48

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Foreigner Cheats Qingdao Phone Seller with Fake 800 USD

Jeezuz! I think Guest455738 has solved the mystery. I think that could actually be right. Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 22:42

Blogs : DaqingDevil commented on Coffaholic 's blog European Firms Say “Don’t Bother Learning Chinese”?!

Well written blog. I think I'd choke as well if I read something like that because I am also of the opinion that some Chinese speaking ability will come in handy - one day! Certainly the ability to understand the culture and mindset is a big plus. I doubt I will be looking for a high paying job based on speaking ... Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 16:08

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Liuzhou Woman Spotted Carrying Granddaughters to School in Cage

Wonder where she had that made? Get a patent and make a few. I could use 2 or 3 of them for some kids in my classes! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 05:55

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Prada Called “Copycats” by Netizens Over Stylish Shenzhen School Shirts

Prada should sue for being associated with a 35RMB shirt!! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 05:53

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Taiyuan to Open First Ever (Terribly Tacky) Love Hotel

Progress at last! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 20, 2013 05:52

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Foreigner Cheats Qingdao Phone Seller with Fake 800 USD

While I don't condone it we read enough about how us foreigners are seen as a rich target for overcharging and "special" rules. Seems the shoe is suddenly on the other foot. I hope the guy gets caught and I'm sure that in this case the police will make every effort to catch the thief......unlike in other instances ... Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 13, 2013 21:24

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Netizens Launch Online Attack Against China’s 2013 World Wine Queen

Whine! Whine! Wine! When will it stop? Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 13, 2013 21:17

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Guangzhou Nurse Feeds Baijiu to 7-Day-Old Baby

Ganbei...bi!! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 13, 2013 21:16

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Dead Goldfish Found in Pepsi Bottle in Xi’an

Things go better with Coke!! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 13, 2013 13:35

Blogs : DaqingDevil Posted a new blog Dragon Boat Festival Day 2013.

Yesterday, June 12th, we celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu) which these days gives us 3 public holidays in China. The usual rule applies though, you get Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday off but had to work the Saturday and the Sunday to make up for the days off! The kids at our school get it even worse ...

DaqingDevil

Jun 08, 2013 21:41

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Nanjing Boy Kidnapped En Route to Gaokao Exam: Father’s Debt to Blame

That sure beats: The dog ate my homework!! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 08, 2013 10:35

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Jilin to Ban Bras During Gaokao Exams

I guess they are banning bras because the female students have been keeping abreast of the latest cheating trends. Boys don't cheat! Full Comment>>

DaqingDevil

Jun 08, 2013 10:32

Around China : DaqingDevil commented on news Man Desperate to Pee Jumps Out of Car to Death after Driver Refuses to Stop

Well if the driver wouldn't stop why didn't he just pee all over the car seat? That might have got a reaction. Something doesn't add up here. The driver sees the passenger rolling down the window then attempting to climb out - a difficult enough task you would think. While the passenger manouevres himself through ... Full Comment>>