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After several years away from writing / posting, I think it’s time to begin again.

I’ve been in China for 18 years now. Starting year 19. Never thought I’d be here this long. I’ve loved the work and the people and the years just kept going.

So why now? For the first time in nearly a decade (when I shifted roles into what I’m doing now), I’m wondering what the next season holds.

I’m working part-time this year to make some intentional space: for rest, for reflection, for slowing the pace from what the last few years have been. It’s been a lot, for a long time.

This will be a space I’m able to share a little bit of everything – reflections on the now and the future, travel adventures – both now and previous trips, and life in China – the moments I don’t want to forget, the people who have been kind, the food, and all the moments that still leave me a bit baffled. A beautiful life.