Interview skills

I was in a panel interview yesterday interviewing three research analysts in my unit for their promotion. 2 were in 40s, 1 in early 30s. With one of them, I felt so sorry, it was so painful to watch her struggle, panic, and trying her best to stay on course although her best was disappointing … Continue reading Interview skills →

Assuring doctor

Lizzy is doing well. She went to school on Tuesday and Wednesday without any issue (nobody called to pick her up earlier), still coughing but otherwise happy and healthy. We went to see a new doctor, highly recommended by my colleagues. My main concern is that Lizzy is getting sick often, and the suspect of … Continue reading Assuring doctor →

My approach on meeting new people

I am aiming to meet new people from the office every day, over lunch or coffee. I would have said I get anxious about meeting new people in my early 30s, but no longer. I don't have to prepare or think about what to talk about before the meeting... just go with the flow. I … Continue reading My approach on meeting new people →

Mindful parenting during transition

Despite our move's hectic life schedule last month, I finished two short books about TCK (Third Culture Kid). I am TCK myself just didn't realize it until I read it. I vividly remember the first day I went to the new school in Buenos Aires when I was 9 years old. I was placed with … Continue reading Mindful parenting during transition →

Almost perfect Sunday & weekly workout

Our Sunday started with a good run. I did 7 miles alone before going back home to get Sofia for another 3. She hasn't run since we moved, and her first run went very well. Our plan was to do 2 miles, but because there were so much to see on street, she felt good … Continue reading Almost perfect Sunday & weekly workout →