
Language Flubs
Language flubs/mishaps/mistakes/embarrassments/tragedies. They’re bound to happen when living amidst another culture. But we have to keep sticking our necks out there and trying, right? We...
Ashley comes from a small town in Missouri and now lives in a city of millions in northeastern China. She first fell in love with other cultures while spending time in Nigeria. She never dreamed of coming to the Far East, but has now fallen in love with those around her, finally beginning to see through the Father’s eyes that all people are beautiful and need His love. She has two young boys and a beautiful baby girl that keep her laughing and an innovative, encouraging husband that keeps her going. In her dubious amounts of free time, she enjoys reading a good novel (with a cup of chai tea in hand, of course), connecting with others, making lattes, trying new recipes, crafty projects, and perusing for more recipes and crafts.
Language flubs/mishaps/mistakes/embarrassments/tragedies. They’re bound to happen when living amidst another culture. But we have to keep sticking our necks out there and trying, right? We...
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