The Fun and Fear of a Child’s Halloween
Ask almost any American to tell you the origins of Halloween; they probably can’t. (But last year’s Halloween Blog post shares the origins and more!) Every American, however, can tell you …
Month: October 2017
American Dating Practices
On my first trip to China, I met some girls who were very surprised to hear that I did not have a boyfriend. After watching the TV show “Gossip Girl,” …
Tips for Making Friends in America
As an introvert or a shy extrovert, it is hard to make new friends, especially in a foreign country. Not just acquaintances whom you can have shallow conversations with. I …
Tips on Tipping (How and when do I tip in America?)
This summer, while on vacation with my family in Scotland, I visited a famous coffee shop in the charming city of Edinburgh. I ordered a cup of tea and a …
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