Posted Aug 1st 2011 3:53p.m.  |

by alithompson

With many expat families on vacation, play dates and visits to friends’ houses have become increasingly sparse. In fact, many of my son’s friends will be gone for the entire summer, which has me wondering: how in the world am I to survive the next five weeks?

Since my ... Read More

Posted Apr 22nd 2011 10:23a.m.  |

by alithompson

Happy Earth Day everyone!

Earth Day this year is themed "A Billion Acts of Green." This has got me thinking about all the different ways I can help my family become more environmentally aware.

One of the easiest ways is to get involved with your school's parent councils to ... Read More

Posted Apr 14th 2008 2:33p.m.  |

by City Weekend

For those of us still living in our deceptively safe expat bubbles, we may be in for a rude awakening. Luckily, Kristen Billings is here to provide you with everything you need to know to keep your family safe in Beijing.

When we move overseas, settle into our cozy expat ... Read More

Posted Apr 14th 2008 2:32p.m.  |

by City Weekend

Expat parents sound off on their emergency experiences in Beijing

How safe is Beijing?

Ever experienced an emergency?

How do you prepare for emergencies?

Advice for other expats?

Fiona Wong: Hong Kong

In Beijing for 7 years

One kid

“Quite safe. I always ask our driver to drive safely and ... Read More

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