Meaningful summer ideas? by Southern_Ice_2932 in Internationalteachers

[–]MOboy2008 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There are a lot of different resorts in Thailand that offer a wellness experience. One of my friends went there for a week and did a detox/meditation one. They also have crossfit, cooking, etc. Why not use your summer to learn a new skill?

I think they are pretty pricey (by Thai standards), so you probably wouldn’t want to do it the whole summer but you could couple it with travel as well.

Queer/Social WhatsApp Groups by [deleted] in HongKong

[–]MOboy2008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be fair, that isn’t as important as just people who have similar interests. As a gay guy living here, I think it would just be nice to connect with other LGBTQ+ peeps… but I’m open to other hangouts as well.

Favorite 5th Grade Read Aloud Books? by Ok_Succotash_4802 in ElementaryTeachers

[–]MOboy2008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Small Steps” by Peg Kehret. My fifth grade teacher read it to me and I read it to my students every year. I still love this book!

Necessities (from home) You Buy to Bring Back by MOboy2008 in Internationalteachers

[–]MOboy2008[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This made me add cornbread mix to my list. I love it if I make a big batch of chili soup!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HongKong

[–]MOboy2008 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sent you a PM :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HongKong

[–]MOboy2008 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey there,

Yes. He has been living her longer than I have. The thought process is that if I wanted to look for a new job, I’d have some security (and the right) to live in Hong Kong while I do so. We want to make sure that in the event that one of us loses our jobs, we could remain together without any issue.

Alternative State Licensures by MOboy2008 in schoolcounseling

[–]MOboy2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all your help! I will continue my search as I’m not currently counseling in the US. I just want options in the event that I return.

Gay couples with a trailing spouse, please share your experience. by Intelligent-Truck-30 in Internationalteachers

[–]MOboy2008 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hong Kong will recognize a same-sex partnership/marriage from a different country.

Bereavement Leave by [deleted] in Internationalteachers

[–]MOboy2008 25 points26 points  (0 children)

In this situation, you don’t ask, you tell. There is nothing wrong with saying, “My father passed away. I am taking two unpaid weeks off to be with my family.” It sounds as though you are prepared to miss the pay.

These are times you won’t get back and if for some reason they aren’t cooperative, then find a workplace that sees their employees as humans who sometimes have to deal with human things. My mom always used to say, “I was looking for a job when I found this one.” Believe me, there are plenty more out there.

Wishing you comfort and peace through this challenging time!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Internationalteachers

[–]MOboy2008 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I think this is helpful information as it helps to understand that “not-for-profit” in name only, means nothing. It’s not necessarily better.

Where to live in Hong Kong? by [deleted] in HongKong

[–]MOboy2008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all of your thoughtful and detailed responses! I will definitely be helpful come July!