Sent this to my mom but thought I’d keep for the records Dear mom, Hope you are doing well. I love you and hope you had a great birthday. Id love to discuss with you how things have been going here – but I know it is hard to connect with the timezone and other things. So I hope this …
Becoming a Dad Every Day is Father’s Day
Becoming a Dad Every Day is Father’s Day Yes, I have been a dad now for over 4 years, but it is a process. Mike’s Blog 183 I don’t want to say it was easier – but it kind of was. Sure, there was the crying at night and the unknown but now that my 2 amazing kids walk around, …
Life is Moving So Fast (Miles Turns 4 Years Old)
Life Is Moving So Fast (Miles Turns 4 Years Old) The years are just flying by Mike’s Blog 180 It is true what they say – kids are like human timers. Four years ago, I was having sleepless nights with Miles in an ICU. Such a nightmare couple weeks, but the boy is strong and healthy and happy. I am …
Why Asia is the Best Place To Raise Kids?
Since being back in Asia, I’m feeling much more appreciative that my kids are here. Mike’s Blog 172 My buddy Ryan McGuire commented on a recent Facebook video about how these videos are inspiring him and it is hard to believe it is done while also living in China with 2 kids. Today I’ll weigh in on that. The past …
Road trip with the Kids
Road trip with the Kids On the road again…. Mike’s Blog 164 /kidsroadtrip We are on the road. Sticking in Florida – China Business Workshop just wrapped up a bit ago and time to enjoy the weekend. No more bugging my parents for a ride, rented a car for the rest of the trip. Nancy my sister in law took …
Hello and Goodbye – Visiting Family Back Home In America
Hello and Goodbye – Visiting Family Back Home In America Sometimes it is more challenging to see someone and then quickly depart again than to not reunite after all. Does that make sense? Mike’s Blog 163 About a bit over a week into the USA trip. Beginning of the trip we “front loaded” time with my parents to make sure …
Appreciate the Cards You Are Dealt
Appreciate the Cards You Are Dealt Mike’s Blog 162 Well, been a few days now in Florida – and already missing Wendy, my wife. Still a big shocker on that hard decision to have to leave her by herself in Hong Kong International Airport and separate her from her kids for a few weeks. Sure, we can harp on this …
Ready for Takeoff and Leaving Wife Behind?
Update- So many people messaging me about the 10 year visa renewal – I had to link to it here – https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/electronic-visa-update-system-evus/frequently-asked-questions Here’s the gist: What is the Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS)? EVUS is the online system used by nationals of China holding a 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 (visitor) visa periodically to update basic biographic information to facilitate …
My Chinese Sister is Coming to America
It’ been a lot of preparing for the USA trip in Feb. The China business Workshop is shaping up well in Miami. Andy Church from Insight-quality.com will be also sharing his experiences there too. We have been so excited here. My sister in law Nancy- just got her USA visa. Booked the same flight as us and will be headed …
Good to Be Back With the Fam in China, Preparing for USA Trip
Good to Be Back With The Fam in China, Preparing for USA Trip Sometimes you need to be away a while to realize what you have. Mike’s Blog 160 Back in Shenzhen! Over a week on the road, a bit of Hong Kong and then Philippines. Meeting a ton of people, seeing a ton of different environments yet it …
Being a Foreign Dad in China
Being a Foreign Dad in China A foreigner in China is one thing, a foreign dad is a whole new level Mike’s Blog 159 Happy birthday to my sweet baby girl, Maggie. Just turning 2 years old now. Had the pleasure to share it with my friend Meir – who is also a father of 2. The crazy and amazing …
All We Can Do Is Change
I feel myself changing. The years are passing by. The kids are growing older. Time goes by. We need to stay on top of ourselves. Don’t let ourselves lose track of time and the goals we set in place. I really think it is about becoming a husband and father that changes us so much. And helps us focus. Many …
Business, Friends, Thanksgiving & Unexpected Life Events
Business, Friends, Thanksgiving & Unexpected Life Events Mike’s Blog 146 Bit of a random video blog today – on the border between Hong Kong and China as per usual – and there is this USA holiday called thanksgiving that just passed. I think it isn’t just the holiday, but also the fact that another year is coming to an end …
Staying in Touch with Friends
Staying in Touch with Friends Mike’s Blog 127 How do you maintain friendships, especially when on the other side of the globe? It has been 2 years since I’ve been back home to USA. I spent a few weeks in September/Oct 2015 going to San Francisco, New York, and Florida. My son was about a year and a half year …
Our Cross Culture Family Featured in Shenzhen Daily Newspaper!
Pretty cool day – we are featured in the newspaper Shenzhen Daily today! Mike’s Blog 112 My wife is awesome – this is the email she sent me: SHENZHEN Daily News Today。check it . http://szdaily.sznews.com/PC/layout/201707/07/col10.html http://szdaily.sznews.com/PC/layout/201707/07/col09.html Download cover as PDF Download story as a PDF