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We all know the saying: sun’s out, buns/guns/whatever-you-please-but-please-not-that out. And because Hong Kong has now entered its endless summer phase, it’s going to be beach season until January or February — and even then, some hardheaded cookies (like yours truly) still make it to the beach with a hoodie and a good book for company. But we’re not talking about winter today. It’s June, officially marking the season of beaches, pool parties, and junks. Let’s talk swimwear. For many women, finding a swimsuit that fits well, stylish and functional (read: for those who actually get in the water) is a...

  Dr NL, Why are women so anti men nowadays? I’ve heard women complain and chide any form of male attention as harassment, and they perceive the very notion of men having a sex drive as unsettling. Oh he said hi to me, I’m not here to talk to other people. Oh he tried to flirt with me, doesn’t he know I’m not here for that. I should just wait for a woman to take initiative. Wait no women don’t take initiative in a culture where men make the first move. I should wait for women to send me some...

  Dr NL, Why are women so anti men nowadays? I’ve heard women complain and chide any form of male attention as harassment, and they perceive the very notion of men having a sex drive as unsettling. Oh he said hi to me, I’m not here to talk to other people. Oh he tried to flirt with me, doesn’t he know I’m not here for that. I should just wait for a woman to take initiative. Wait no women don’t take initiative in a culture where men make the first move. I should wait for women to send me some...

When my family road trips, we go all out. Bumming it on the beach or lazing around the Airbnb just isn’t our speed. Don’t get me wrong, I love a solid beach day, but maximizing our exploration is our top priority. To put it simply, the more miles we cover, the better. A common fear is that kids spell the end of carefree travel. And in fairness, we’ve certainly changed some things. But patience, a willingness to try new things, and the right gear have kept us on the move! This year, constant snow and bitter temps in Minnesota had...

a treasured gift from a newer pen pal How many people now, in this day of modern technology, still have pen pals? How many people younger than me even know what a pen pal is??? my favorite childhood letter-writing tools Kristia and I met in a hotel swimming pool in 1970. She'll be the first to tell anyone she saved my life. :) My siblings and I were watching some older kids do somersaults over the pool divider, and I decided I could do it, too. After all, I was an aspiring gymnast. I did somersaults over the bar at...