The coronavirus is spreading rapidly in the States, and I'm seeing two sides: people in panic and people who think everyone is overreacting. …
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Day 30: Rebels of the Coronavirus Quarantine
It is now day 30 of our self-quarantine because of the coronavirus epidemic going on outside. Last night, I got takeout from Pizza Hut. …
Quarantine Day 21: I Put on a Dress Today
I am going to wear normal clothes today. These past few weeks of self-quarantine, mismatched layers of long-underwear and sweaters have …
Top 9 Things To Do in Home Quarantine (Because I can’t think of 10)
I have been stuck at home in Kunming for 16 days now, but somehow the days are passing swiftly. Could have something to do with my new sleep …
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Bus Stop Encounter
“I’ve been waiting for 40 minutes already.” “Well, the app says it will be here in three minutes.” “Might as well wait another three …
Life During the Coronavirus Epidemic in China
(Photo of three guards wearing face masks in front of Lama Temple courtesy of a friend living in Beijing.) I’m not sure if I should be …
Love Letter to Colombians
I love the way you call me mi amor, and greet me like an old friend. I love the way vendors so politely sell me chocolates on the bus, …
2019
What a weird, sometimes sad, but mostly wonderful year. 2019 started off on the wrong foot with my dad’s sudden passing, literally …
Protests in Colombia: A symbol of hope and transformation
Nationwide anti-government protests in Colombia happened today. Students, teachers, union leaders, representatives of indigenous groups, and …
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How to Travel the Trans-Siberian Railway
From a brief history of the railway system to tips for booking train tickets and obtaining a visa, this post shows you how to travel the …
To Ken, an outcast, a wanderer, a veteran, homeless, black, and human
Dear Ken, I’ve been telling everyone about you since we met. I was eating my sandwich when you rolled up with your bicycle, plastic …
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General Tso, Chinese Food in America, and My Dad
I spent many hours of my childhood in Chinese restaurants. I did word searches and sipped on Shirley Temples while my dad whipped up Beef …