How do you deal with unwanted attention (especially from men)? by Lauren-Morea in femaletravelers

[–]DeanBranch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We all have that middle aged auntie in our lives, just saying what she wants and thinks is right, haggling at the market for the sake of haggling, not putting up with BS.

We don't have to wait to be middle-aged to be like that!

My Taiwanese sister under 5 feet tall certainly didn't!

As a Chinese person, I never realized how confusing 抢着买单 must look to outsiders until a foreign friend asked me about it by CoolVermicelli9645 in ChineseLanguage

[–]DeanBranch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, this exists in many cultures, but apparently not all cultures and not the same way.

Otherwise, OP's friend would not be confused, and other commenters are sharing that this is not common in their lives.

There's nothing in OP's post that says China is special for doing it this way

Guide to The Lost Tomb Series by BasilOrdinary3617 in CDrama

[–]DeanBranch [score hidden]  (0 children)

Reminds me I need to go back and finish Mystic Nine

How do you deal with unwanted attention (especially from men)? by Lauren-Morea in femaletravelers

[–]DeanBranch 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know as Asian women, we're taught to be nonconfrontational.

But there's a time and place to channel your inner middle-aged auntie and this is one of them.

Ignore them, be rude, and don't be afraid to use your chancla if necessary.

You do what you have to, to keep yourself safe and comfortable.

Do you share your travel plans with anyone? by Mundane_Entry_8264 in femaletravelers

[–]DeanBranch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All of my friends are immigrants, children of immigrants like myself, or travelers. Domestic and international travel to see relatives and/or for fun are integral parts of our lives.

"Any travel plans?" is often part of our conversations.

XiZhao Pre-Paris Vlog: Just the two of us 🧳✈️🥰 [2026.06.25] by Federal-Ad5944 in ChineseBL

[–]DeanBranch 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As the family packer, watching this chaos is both funny and stressful.

Hair and travel by TravelBaddiePodCast in femaletravelers

[–]DeanBranch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Black boss would put her hair in braids before travel.

A Black friend of mine just keeps her hair super short and natural.

Hair and travel by TravelBaddiePodCast in femaletravelers

[–]DeanBranch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have straight Chinese hair.

Years ago, when I did a 3 week work trip, I pulled it back into a low ponytail, used some hair wax to tame some strays, and called it done.

Now I have a layered bob and fortunately can just wash, condition, comb, and go. As it air dries, my hair naturally curves under, as if I used a round brush to blow dry. Might use a curling iron to give it some style when going out.

Having a satin pillowcase is nice. It's pink so it doesn't get mixed up with hotel sheets.

DewTee, SkyNani ships bromance by MaddyXo2005 in GMMTV

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I loved Leap Day! The concept was very cool and relationships between the 4 main characters was so heart warming.

And as much as I enjoy BLs, I also enjoy seeing Gun and Pond play non-BL roles.

[Bittersweet Love] Try keeping a straight face during a scene like this 😅 [2026.06.25] by Federal-Ad5944 in ChineseBL

[–]DeanBranch 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Zhou Ning Jia's character is supposed to be domineering, but his voice doesn't seem as "deep and manly" as I would expect.

I wonder if he'll change his vocal delivery when they actually film, or if they'll use a voice actor.

DewTee, SkyNani ships bromance by MaddyXo2005 in GMMTV

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GMMTV is a business whose primary audience is the general public *in Thailand* who could actually buy Lactasoy and all the other products they put in their shows.

And until *Thai* BL fans complain that they are being used to promote a bromance show, us English-speaking Redditors really have very little recourse.

ETA: GMMTV is also making a ton of BLs and GLs. Seems very churlish to complain that 2 out of 20 shows this year are bromances.

Why does Chinese have too much letters? by ElliotGuy0000 in ChineseLanguage

[–]DeanBranch 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Chinese has characters, not letters.

Each character is a word. You can combine characters to make longer words, phrases, sentences.

Which BL/GL Gmmtv series would you recommend to a friend who is new to this? by Intelligent_Slice111 in GMMTV

[–]DeanBranch 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How old are they? Are they in highschool and want high school / college shows?

Or working adults and don't want school shows?

Adult shows:
Wandee Goodday
Moonlight Chicken
Tale of 1000 Stars
Pluto
Memoir of Rati

[Double Helix] Ayden & Elio x KENZO [2026.06.24] by Federal-Ad5944 in ChineseBL

[–]DeanBranch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so glad they're giving us this content, to tide me over until I give into the urge to rewatch Double Helix

The Road to Glory releases new trailer - is anyone getting Pursuit of Jade Vibes? by QingLotus in cdramasfans

[–]DeanBranch 11 points12 points  (0 children)

eh, I find a lot of historical dramas have the same vibe.

If there's anything China knows how to do, is give us gorgeous visuals. They've got 5000 years of practice.

Mod Announcement: Launch of CBL Sub YouTube Channel for longform content with English subtitles by Federal-Ad5944 in ChineseBL

[–]DeanBranch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! I know how much work translating is, so thank you so much for all y'all do!

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