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Chinamaxxing is Real, but I’m 50 Years Late to the Party
While Western Gen Z is “Chinamaxxing” on TikTok, I’m looking at my hot water thermos and realizing I’m 50 years late to my own heritage. From being the “McDonald’s Kid” of 1979 Singapore to navigating China’s high-speed rail solo at 58, this is a story about the long game my father played—and why I’m finally…
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Living Better in the New Normal: Sustainable Travel and Lifestyle Shifts
Economic shifts are creating a ‘new normal.’ Discover how local sourcing, intentional buying, and regional travel can lead to a more resilient, better life.
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The Art of Giving: It’s Not What You Buy, It’s Why You Buy It
Most gifts end up in the “closet of guilt,” but the best ones solve a problem you didn’t even realize you had. From a MacBook that launched this blog to a “groovy” helmet hand-carried from Taiwan, I’m exploring why the most efficient gift isn’t the most expensive—it’s the one that proves someone was actually paying…
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