Brompton perambulations
A few months ago I bought a new bicycle. The classy British Brompton had long been on my list of dream bicycles. One that allows me to travel in a …
Holiday in Heyang
In November 2021 I handed over the lease of the house I lovingly restored and happily lived in for a year in Heyang to my friend Chang. I didn’t know …
Happy 2023
A quick recap of 2022 and a look at what might be in store in 2023. It was a quiet year despite all the travel and ambitions.
Why Bulgaria!?
The answer to a question that I have received many times before and after my return to Europe to settle in a new country – why Bulgaria?
Balkan beats
Finding my Balkan beat – building a rhythm of freelance work, travel and study.
Exercising freedom
On the road, pondering the unfairness of my privilege and freedom to travel while a war has started next door in Ukraine.
Happiness is a warm gaiwan
After returning from Amsterdam to Bulgaria with a nasty bout of Covid I discover why gong fu cha is still a great experience – even without taste or smell.
Happy new year
Home visits me In October my parents visited China. They are around 70 and have never travelled outside of Europe, apart from a trip to Canada to visit relatives. So, …