A new chapter in expat life, travel, and conscious living in Asia.
Life in Amoy began as a way for me to document and share my young family’s move from a tiny, U.S. town of 8,000 people, to Xiamen, a city of over 5 million in southeast China. Having never traveled to China, let alone Asia, the move was big. I was compelled to share what stood out to me and to give our families and friends a glimpse into our daily life.
Six months later, COVID hit and like so many other expats I know, we got stuck outside of China. 11 months later we made it back and soon after that the blogging stopped (if you’re at all intrigued fear not – see archives for old posts). I’m not sure why I stopped, but nearly 5 years later here I am, picking it back up but with a slightly different slant.
I now live in southern Taiwan and my family has grown. Living overseas continues to feel right, and without any plans to return “home,” restarting this space feels right too. Life in Amoy is once again my place to reflect on expat life in Asia, and what it means to build a home abroad, raise third culture kids, and find community in unexpected places.
It’s also evolving into a space to highlight the people, places, and businesses I come across that are doing thoughtful, sustainable work across East and Southeast Asia. Whether it’s a family-run homestay in the Mekong Delta, a fair trade weaving collective in Laos, or a small design studio in Taipei, my goal is to share in a way that sparks curiosity, connection, and a deeper appreciation for conscious living in this part of the world.
