Author Archives: melbell1

We have been struck by how similar life here in China is to life in North Carolina, but everyday a few things remind us that we are not in America anymore. Communication is, of course, the hardest part.  We have been … Continue reading →

On Saturday, when we had been here in China for 5 days, my daughter turned to me and said “I am so happy that we decided to move here!”  Now, I am not so delusional as to think that this … Continue reading →

Since my last post dealt with my first impressions of Beijing, I thought that a suitable follow-up post would chronicle my expectations of our great adventure.  This post will also serve two other purposes:  #1.  I can look back in the … Continue reading →

Chad and I just got back from our “look-see” tour of Beijing.   The weather was unseasonably pleasant and pollution level was very low.  Several people told me not to get used to this, but it was a lovely introduction to … Continue reading →

When we were first considering applying for this job in China, a co-worker of Chad’s told him we would get along fine there if  we didn’t “sweat the small stuff.”  I have been mulling that phrase over since then, trying to determine … Continue reading →

It’s expat city for the Duhon family!  Chad is taking a job with Lenovo in Beijing, and we are headed to China for the next 2 or 3 years.  The job is a wonderful opportunity for Chad, and the chance … Continue reading →