5.6 Earthquake in Taiwan
Mother Nature decided to do her sun salutations this morning. I felt it around noon, when she was in the middle of her downward facing dog. Thankfully, I was only on the 5th floor so I didn’t...
View ArticleAnti-Nuclear Protesters Take Over the Streets of Taiwan
An estimated 68,000 Taiwanese protesters took to the streets this past weekend in opposition to the construction of what may be Taiwan’s 4th nuclear power plant. The “Nuclear Go Zero” protests took...
View ArticleTaiwan: More Progressive Than You Think
Yes, yes, we get it. Everything is made in Taiwan; Toyotas, Canons, Snuggies, most likely any crappy plastic toy lying about. Hell-even my Lululemon yoga pants are made here. It’s no surprise Taiwan...
View ArticleCycle Trip to Wutai
This week I have a 4 day vacation. What to do with it? Well, considering everyone and their mom had the same idea to leave the big city, there really isn’t much available in terms of plane, train, or...
View ArticleKaohsiung’s Junk Market
Every Saturday and Sunday a magical thing happens in Kaohsiung. Vendors, gamblers, animals, penny-pinchers, spendthrifts, perverts, hoarders, and expats alike, flock to a slab of pavement with only a...
View ArticleTaipei 101
View of the Taipei 101 from Elephant Mountain. Taipei, Taiwan. About the Photographer Kirk Beiser is based in Kaohsiung, Taiwan and enjoys cycling and hiking all over Taiwan and Asia. Visit his blog:...
View ArticleSelf Mutilation and Fireworks
Peanut butter and jelly. Apple pie and ice cream. Wine and cheese. Self mutilation and fireworks? Last night, a religious group in Taiwan hosted a celebration in my neighborhood. It couldn’t be...
View ArticleKenting: Taiwan’s Hawaii?
Kenting is referred to as “Taiwan’s Hawaii”. 5 years ago, I had the pleasure of experiencing Hawaii during a visit to Maui. As soon as I stepped off the plane, I found myself in a parallel universe of...
View ArticleExploring Taiwan’s Green Island
Thousands of tiny islands adorn the Pacific, and these remnants of volcanic eruptions have evolved into tourist hot spots, with prime diving and scenic beaches. It is here tourists lay their hats to...
View ArticleMy Taiwanese Kiddos
Meet my students in Taiwan! Much smaller in size and quantity than my class back in Honduras, but just as much to love. Brother and sister, Jack and Jessica. The two cutest little nuggets on this planet.
View ArticleMore Than Just Almond Butter
Every expat has their favorite food from back home. Whether it be Coleman’s Mustard, Tim Tams, or Girl Scout Cookies; the taste of your favorite food magically has the capability to transport you back...
View ArticleSwimming in a Fish Bowl
In this profession there is a never ending revolving door. A constant wave of people inundate cities around the world to teach English. They come and go-inevitably friendships are made, and then maybe...
View ArticleMango Shaved Ice
Fresh mango shaved ice is a Taipei speciality, but is popular all over Taiwan. Creamier than snow cones and lighter than ice-cream, mango shaved ice is fluffy, and topped with generous portions of...
View ArticleIt’s Getting Hot In Here
It is currently 91 degrees in Kaohsiung, with a heat index of 109; I feel like I am stuck in an armpit. As a native Texan, you would think I’m used to this kind of blistering heat. But one never get’s...
View ArticleBaisha Beach
Baisha is a white sand beach located in Kenting National Park. The past couple of weekends the weather has been rubbish, making a getaway out of the question. But the stars were aligned last weekend,...
View ArticleGo Fish Illegal to Play in Taiwan?
Last night Dom and I went to Smokey Joe’s, a chain restaurant in Taiwan that serves Tex-Mex. As customary,we were playing cards whilst waiting for our food to arrive. We have never had any problems;...
View ArticleZongzi (Rice Dumplings)
Dragon Boat Festival occurs on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunisolar Chinese Calendar. This year, the date fell on June 12. It’s not known for sure exactly when the holiday began, but the...
View ArticleA Yoga Break in Taitung
Hey guys! My apologies for my upcoming absence, but I am taking a brief hiatus from the big city (and small children). I’ll be attending a 2 week RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) training course through...
View ArticleBack to the Big City
I’m back in the big city, and everything is as I left it; busy, loud, hot, and polluted. The only thing that has changed is that I am officially a yoga instructor! I will write more later about the...
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