“There is so much to love and to admire in this life that it is an act of ingratitude not to be happy and content in this existence. ”

― Lin Yutang, Pleasures of a Nonconformist

"There is no better state of being than the state of contentment." - Me

I am not a photographer - at heart, I am merely an amateur historian/sociologist recording the Daily Life I see, feel, smell, experience and ponder in this, the early 21st Century China - a place I have grown to love deeply and respect greatly.

Please do not look at my photos to find art - look at my photos to find an understanding of the kindness and humanity of a Generous, Gentle, Old and Greatly Misunderstood People; daring you to think outside YOUR own cultural box.

Nothing more.

PS: Having lived here since 2005, anyone looking for tips/advice about traveling to China is welcome to contact me. I will try and help - for absolutely free.

Updated June 2019