Tag Archives: Journey to the West

My First TV Appearance on Guangdong English Programme Facetime

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Junying Kirk

In a beautifully sunny day in the summer of 2012, which seemed a long time ago yet only months away, I welcomed a small TV crew to my suburban home in Sutton Coldfield. They have travelled 6000 miles, all the … Continue reading →

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The Next Big Thing

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Junying

I have been asked to participate My Next Big Thing, on a couple of occasions. The first time I was going to Korea and then again to Spain, anyway, Sarah R. Yoffa, did a good job persuading me that I … Continue reading →

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A Delicious Taster from Land of Hope – Making Beijing Dumplings

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Junying Kirk

  “Great effort, Zhenzhu. 8 out of 10.” Andrew reached out his hand and shook that of his wife’s across the dinner table, displaying a satisfied smile after having had a delicious fill of one of his favourite Chinese foods, … Continue reading →

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Memoirs Aren’t Fairytales – Death and Survival in China

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Junying Kirk

  Death be not proud, though some have called thee Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so; For those whom thou think’st thou dost overthrow Die not, poor death, nor yet canst thou kill me.   -John Donne   … Continue reading →

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