We live in Zhangzhou Special Economic Zone (to the right
of the mountain you see
across from the main Xiamen University campus in this
1986 photo!).
This "card" will help you find us, if you walk about five
minutes north of the university's north gate.
If you get lost, or can't get in downstairs (the
electronic lock doesn't work), just call!
What to expect when you visit our home
(Nine
helpful guidelines for visitors)
Some of our first-time visitors are nervous
about visiting an American’s home. Don’t be! We are a very casual family,
and we love to have guests. But, if it makes you more comfortable to know
what to expect or how to act, here are our “nine guidelines” for visitors.
1. Please don't bring a gift unless you
want to bring a small snack to put on the table for guests to eat (and
this is not necessary either).
2. It is normally OK to bring a friend, but
our apartment is small so please let me know by phone or email in advance if possible. If something happens
at the last minute so you can't come as expected, don't worry about it. We understand!
3. Because of Chinese laws, guests must be
over 18 years old, unless they are accompanied by a parent or teacher.
4. When you arrive, come in quickly and close the door (to keep
bugs or hot/cold air out). You can wear your shoes in our apartment (or
bring slippers if you prefer).
5. Feel free to look all around the
apartment and ask questions about our decorations (many have a special
story, and we love to explain!).
6. If there is food on the table, help
yourself! No one will "ask you three times" to eat or drink. We expect
that you will take what you like and leave everything else.
7. We almost always show films in English
with English subtitles (unless we tell you otherwise). Normally, I post an
on-line study guide at www.krigline.com.cn/movies.htm.
I highly recommend that you look at this before the show so you can
understand the English better.
8. I'll probably make some comments about
the film before we start or during the film (these are often things on the study guide). We
often take a break in the middle of the film (for refreshments and
questions). After the film, we usually have a few discussion questions.
Try to participate!
9. After the film, you are welcome to stay
and talk. Leave whenever you are ready, but don't leave alone. If the
movie ends late, we don't want our female guests to walk back to campus
alone (if there is no one else, I may escort you).
There. Now you know what to expect! We are
looking forward to a wonderful time together!
