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Comment on Thoughts on Hong Kong’s consumer culture by Erin O'Rourke

Erin O'Rourke — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:28:23 +0000

Thanks for your comment Cynthia! Do you remember how your Asian American friends got treated? My guess is that it seems I’m treated better than most groups because I’m Caucasian. In a similar vein, I’ve heard that in Japan white people are treated better than Japanese people from Brazil because they are considered imposters – Japanese people who know nothing of the “real” Japan. which is considered worse than an ignorant foreigner. So complex!!

Comment on Thoughts on Hong Kong’s consumer culture by Cynthia

Cynthia — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:10:30 +0000

I believe you’re right in that being Caucasian affects how you are treated. I have Asian American friends who tell me they are treated differently in Asian than other Americans. Fascinating observations!

Comment on Mong Kok Night Market: Photo Essay by Erin O'Rourke

Erin O'Rourke — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:50:57 +0000

Cynthia, I totally go through phases like that!! Just couldn’t let myself do that during this once in a lifetime opportunity… Though I am starting to spend more and more nights knitting before bed, glad to finally be back to it! Thanks for reading!!

Comment on Mong Kok Night Market: Photo Essay by Cynthia

Cynthia — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:25:38 +0000

Wonderful pictures! I’d be in the hotel room knitting at night. Not an adventurous bone in my body. But I sure do enjoy sharing in your adventures!

Comment on Skyline by Erin O'Rourke

Erin O'Rourke — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:25:39 +0000

Hi Cynthia, thanks so much! Thrilled to have you as a reader. I wish I were less tired at the end of the day – unfortunately knitting has taken a huge backseat for now, as well as Ravelry!

Comment on Skyline by Cynthia

Cynthia — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:54:28 +0000

Hey Erin, I’m enjoying following you on your Hong Kong adventure!