Tag: Hong Kong

BLOG: My Irish Family

Posted on by Betsey Horton
Friday. How did it get to be Friday already? The days go by so fast here. Now I understand why they say, “It’s already tomorrow in Hong Kong.” It really is. I’ve spent the last few days finding my way around the Mid-Levels, grocery shopping, budgeting, cleaning, and organizing. It’s...Read More

BLOG: Hello Hong Kong!

Posted on by Betsey Horton
Wednesday evening. Currently sitting at some NYC-style pizza place in a cute little alley somewhere in the Mid-Levels. The Mid-Levels are poppin! So many hot, new, fresh spots with great Happy Hour deals. I’ve been walking around for like two hours just exploring my new neighborhood. I did the same...Read More

BLOG: On My Way

Posted on by Betsey Horton
Monday afternoon. Currently sitting at a random bar in the airport after missing my flight by exactly 5 minutes. Sigh. I truly am a prisoner of the Kingdom. Can’t even leave without getting the shakedown… again. Finally got the package delivered to my Auntie. She was so grateful. The smile...Read More

BLOG: Hongkonger at Heart

Posted on by Betsey Horton
Friday! It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday! It’s official! I sorted out my situation with Hong Kong immigration and I received my HKID card. I am officially a resident of Hong Kong, meaning I can get a job anywhere! Hurray! Now all we need to do is go...Read More

BLOG: My Time Has Come

Posted on by Betsey Horton
Wednesday morning! I woke up thinking to myself, “I don’t wanna leave Hong Kong again. I don’t want to go back to Bangkok.” I didn’t know I would feel this way, but I definitely do. Sigh. Well, good news: British Guy texted me at 2:21am saying, “Hello.” I knew that...Read More