This girl is a Canadian living and working in Hong Kong.
Here you’ll find some of her day-to-day curious, bizarre, and funny encounters, as well as her travels throughout South East Asia.
Welcome to life as an expat in Asia.
This blog has been broken into five main sections:
1. Pictures and stories of my travels abroad; where to go, what to do, what not to do, etc.
2. What “typical” life is like in HK; “Just Your Average Day In Hong Kong”
3. What “typical” life is like teaching in HK; “The Joys Of Teaching Abroad”
4. Hiking in Hong Kong
5. Wanderings throughout Hong Kong; festivals, must-sees, reviews, ramblings
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How long have you been in Hong Kong? I love all your pictures! :)
Thanks, Rosalie! I’ve been in HK for just over a year. Cooking (or lack thereof) has been quite the struggle since – I miss western convenience and my big kitchen!
Yes! I miss being able to read the label (or even just kind decipher the photo..thanks China) and the corner store having things like milk, twix bars, and dirty gossip magazines. That’s all a girl really needs in life right?
Hi there! i really love your blog! nice job! thanks for following mine also! may I ask how old you are?
Hi Linda, thanks! Glad you enjoy my blog :)
I’m in my mid-20s; some days I feel a lot older and others, a lot younger.
Looking forward to reading more of your interesting posts on China and travel!
cool ! how long have you been teaching in China? I will be teaching starting next year.. i dont really know how to feel about it yet.
This is my second year teaching in Hong Kong. Will you be working at an International School or a local school teaching English? I work at an International School, and from what I’ve heard people have had very different experiences in each situation. Though I’m sure it’s really all person-specific – you need to make the most and the best out of it.
I’m sure everything will work out! Teaching in Asia has been a life-changing experience for me. Just remember to stay optimistic and passionate on a daily basis and you’ll be fine!
how long do you think you will be teaching for? any ideas?? its a local Chinese school. Its in Mainland China.
Hmm, a bit hard to say at the moment. Definitely one more year. Probably a few more after that. Really just taking it year by year, month by month. There’s not much of a job market back in Canada, so I wouldn’t be heading back to full time employment, anyway. Plus, I have fallen in love with Hong Kong and everything this city has to offer – would be a bit difficult making the transition back to suburban life. I am also seeing someone who lives and works in Guangzhou, so that’s obviously a factor I need to consider as well.
Lots to think about!
Dear Rosalie and Linda,
I really do like both your blogs and its very interesting to read about the daily hustle and bustle of life in Asia.
My goal for the future is to become Mandarin fluent in some way. I know its not going to be easy, but it is possible for sure.
I do miss my friends a lot and hope to see them real soon.
Wishing you all the best.
Ohh a fellow Canadian in Hong Kong! Great blog. Things are so different here compared to Toronto… Whereabouts in Canada are you from?
That I am! Nice to come across someone with similar roots! Been in HK for awhile?
Yep – night and day, really. Born and raised just north of Toronto. Definitely miss some things from back home, but I think Hong Kong more than makes up for it in many ways.
Thanks – likewise! Love your photos. I really need to read through the user guide for my camera to put and put it to better use!
I’m in Hong Kong for the majority of the year, as my wife lives and works here. But I work for a Canadian company, so when here I work remotely. Luckily my field (IT related) affords me that luxury. I’ll be heading back for a few months next April. Christmas and especially Chinese New Year here in HK is great! Such a busy time in the city.
Lucky you – best of both worlds!
Wouldn’t mind a job where all I need is a laptop and wifi!
Just stopping by and thanks for following my blog! I hope you’re enjoying your stay in Hong Kong – it is quite a decent place and the foodddd… Also, I enjoy reading different sections of your blog, it reminds me of some warm memories. :)
Thanks!
Despite the chaos, it’s hard not to fall in love with Hong Kong!
Hope you’re enjoying the great white north this time of year – I’m definitely not missing the cold!
Hi there! I nominated you for the Liebster Award. http://kanwalkwilltravel.wordpress.com/2014/01/12/10-random-things-you-didnt-want-to-know-about-me/ Up to you if you chose to accept and participate. No worries if you don’t, but I really hope you do! Cheers, Kan
Ah, thank you! Would love to accept and participate! You have definitely put a smile on my face today – very much appreciate the thought! :)
Thanks for the follow! Am following you back! (I love hiking btw – HK has awesome hiking trails)
Thank you as well!
Agreed – hiking in HK can be quite a treat! The next trail I want to tackle is on Lantau Island to find the infinity pool that so many people rave about!
Oh yes. Been there a couple of years back. Very nice!
Great blog :)
Thanks so much! Right back at yah! :)
Thanks for following! xxx
I Just found about your blog and i think is amazing!. It reminds me of the time when i lived in China. :)
Thanks so much!
Where in China did you live? There for work?
My dad was transfered adn we lived in Bejing for two years. Have you been in Beijing before?
No, I haven’t been.. Definitely on the list though!
What are you “in” sorry my dear?! The meet-up???? :D
Haha, yes!
Excellent! I’ll send you link when I’ve chosen the place :D
hey! awww it is a shame you can’t join us, I thought I had somebody for a second then :p yeah sure, we can sort something another time! You know where to find me ^_____^
Hey, I have nominated you for the Liebster Award https://themandarinduck.wordpress.com/2014/08/27/ive-been-nominated-for-the-liebster-award/
Thank you so much!
I’ve actually already been nominated in the past (you can find my post on the Liebster Award here: https://thisgirlabroad.wordpress.com/2014/01/23/liebster-award-please-queue-for-an-autograph/), but I really appreciate the thought and nomination! :)
Hello and congratulations, I have nominated you for a Liebster Award. Please visit the link below to see the rules for accepting this award. http://journeyaroundtheglobe.com/liebster-award
Thank you so much!
I’ve actually already been nominated in the past (you can find my post on the Liebster Award here: https://thisgirlabroad.wordpress.com/2014/01/23/liebster-award-please-queue-for-an-autograph/), but I really appreciate the thought and nomination! :)