A queer feminist anthropologist exploring the realities of culture, gender, and sexuality in contemporary Asia
I look at images of China – my images of China – and I am amazed. I have travelled to some astoundingly beautiful places since I arrived 14 months ago. I have been incredibly lucky to have the time to get out of the city for long periods, and am privileged with visits from keen [...]
In April this year, my wonderful mother came to visit me in Beijing. She hadn’t taken an international trip alone for a few years. Well, she hadn’t left Europe alone for something like 30 years. (Having kids changes things like that, I would think.) So she boarded a plane from Norwich to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to [...]
Today is my wonderful mother's birthday. I am over eight thousand kilometres from her at home, but my thoughts have been on her all day. She's an utter inspiration. She's taught me so much, continually encourages me to follow my dreams and supports me in every decision I make. She's never once prevented me from [...]
A few weeks ago, I had a Bridget Jones moment. I know you know what I mean; we all have them. Those times when all you want to do is sit in front of the telly wrapped up in your duvet, while you eat ice cream and drink far too much wine. Not exactly a [...]
When I graduated - with a first class degree I might add - I hadn't really pictured myself working in a big corporate office. But neither had I intended to work full-time at an empty pub, spend several weeks on jobseeker's allowance and attend a series of godawful interviews. But that's life - you take [...]
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