Come to think of it, this actually makes more sense than receiving gifts.

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If that’s the case, I’ll be traveling quite a bit with my kids.

Here we are spending trillions on wars, when mules are simply the solution.

As I’m settling in Wudaokou, Beijing, and getting to know my roommates, I have come to really enjoy them and, more importantly, admire one of my them, in particular, for his uncanny creativity and imagination. He’s a 20-something Indonesian-Chinese music composer, studying here in Beijing, aspiring to become a famous Pianist.

This post won’t be about his inimitable hospitality or care for people, but about his ingenious awareness.

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. 

~Theodore Roosevelt

Roosevelt’s normative stance on making the best with what you have is a great way to describe his attitude. Since our residence is still under construction, it’s rather bare. However, I’m fond of its simplicity and minimalist atmosphere, since it allows for much flexibility and freedom.

Let me start off by saying that I love sitting on the floor, whether I’m working on my laptop, studying, or relaxin’ with friends. So, one day, my roommate walks in and notices my love for this sort of atmosphere and decides to improve it.

“Improve it? It’s the floor, and I’m sitting on it. What do you have in mind?” I ask.

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