A couple of unrelated thoughts before we get to this intriguing examination of interpersonal interactions. (As always, there is no extra charge for forced, unwarranted alliteration.) First, I will remind you that this week - December 21, to be exact - is the astronomical Winter Solstice. On Western calendars, that day will be noted as the First Day of Winter. In China, however, they have a different view of the four seasons. Chinese seasons always begin six weeks ahead of Western seasons. Thus, the First Day of Winter in the West is actually the midpoint of winter in China, their first day of winter officially beginning six weeks ago. Since I am not a big fan of cold weather - Bare toes in public is my standard for good weather. - I will choose the Chinese perspective and see the winter season as being half completed. Another benefit of being an expat is you get to choose which holidays or customs you follow. This means that you will read my complaints about spring allergies in only six more weeks.
SIX TYPES OF FRICTION-FREE RELATIONSHIPS
SIX TYPES OF FRICTION-FREE RELATIONSHIPS
SIX TYPES OF FRICTION-FREE RELATIONSHIPS
A couple of unrelated thoughts before we get to this intriguing examination of interpersonal interactions. (As always, there is no extra charge for forced, unwarranted alliteration.) First, I will remind you that this week - December 21, to be exact - is the astronomical Winter Solstice. On Western calendars, that day will be noted as the First Day of Winter. In China, however, they have a different view of the four seasons. Chinese seasons always begin six weeks ahead of Western seasons. Thus, the First Day of Winter in the West is actually the midpoint of winter in China, their first day of winter officially beginning six weeks ago. Since I am not a big fan of cold weather - Bare toes in public is my standard for good weather. - I will choose the Chinese perspective and see the winter season as being half completed. Another benefit of being an expat is you get to choose which holidays or customs you follow. This means that you will read my complaints about spring allergies in only six more weeks.