Polyglot Toddler
Our daughter Anna is 1 year 9 months soon and experiencing her learning to speak is super exciting. I always thought I would know what her first word is, but in the beginning it was hard to say what counts…
Back in Guangzhou
During my seven years in China, I go back to Finland every Summer. Just once had a longer stretch in between when I didn’t go. In many senses it’s the highlight of the year. It’s Summer holiday, visiting family, seeing…
Moving to Guangzhou: Choosing where to live
Moving to Guangzhou for work, study or with a family is an exciting adventure and many problems have to be solved before one is settled in the City of Rams. One of the most common questions I get through email…
Being a Mother in China
I was recently interviewed about being a mother in China so I wanted to share my thoughts on a blog post as well. I bet most of the things about being a mother are the same all over the world.…