Category Archives: True Life Story

The Lodger (Part Two)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Junying Kirk

A week passed. We did not see that much of Julie; her bus driving schedule either started early or finished late. “James, I think we’d better talk to Julie about this, whether she did it or not. If she did, … Continue reading →

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The Lodger (Part One) – A Short Story

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Junying Kirk

“Sally, it’s for you.” James was holding the phone, as I came out of the kitchen. “Who is it?” I asked, reaching for the handset. “I don’t know. A woman,” He said. That was helpful, I thought. “Hello, my name … Continue reading →

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My Cross-Continental Flights from the West to the East, via the Middle East

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Junying Kirk

Global warming? Isn’t that what everyone is talking about? Yet, we lucky Brits and Europeans have been greeted with snow in March. On Monday it was reported as the coldest day since the middle of the 1980s. When I called … Continue reading →

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I don’t want no “photo time” – My trip to the other side of the world

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Blogger

by Franziska Bährle For me personally, I consider the money I spend on traveling to be one of the best investments I could make. I’m choosing the word “investment” on purpose. „Expense” wouldn’t quite fit in my opinion, as what you’re … Continue reading →

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Soul to Seoul – Sights, Sounds and Smells of South Korea, and a Short Story (3)

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Junying Kirk

In this week’s post on my Korean experience, as promised, I’ll give you a special treat. Instead of telling you what I have seen, heard and tasted, I’ll SHOW you. Feast your eyes and your imagination with the highlights of … Continue reading →

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The Reunion (Part Two) 同学会

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Junying Kirk

The journey took a little longer than expected. First of all, getting out the Greater Chengdu proved a small battle. Every time I went back to visit the Sichuan Capital, there were more and more cars and traffic jams – … Continue reading →

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