Busting college savings myths
Have you ever seen that cool show on TV that busts all different kinds of myths? Especially that episode where they find out if talking on a cell phone while pumping gas could actually cause an explosion? Or that other episode where they see if an elevator suddenly falls, could you save yourself in the [...]
A little neighborly love goes a long way
Those days are gone when neighbors refer to one another on the first name basis and exchange local gossip during their morning walks. That face-to-face interaction has since been replaced by electronic and online communication tools. Cries of desperation go unheard The byproduct of technology is a deep sense of loneliness and isolation. The sting [...]
Are Chinese parents superior?
Just imagine. Just imagine: over a casual lunch conversation, your close friends do nothing but praise about your son being a caring ER pediatrician like Dr. Douglas Ross (portrayed by George Clooney) in NBC’s ER. If you were a typical parent, you would be quite delighted right now. If you were a typical Chinese parent, [...]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, Ironically, just about the same time as you published the informative article on Betty Yau’s role in Quincy, there was the tragedy of Li Rong Zhang and the death of her son, Brandon Yang. I can’t even begin to imagine the state of mind she must have been in to do such a [...]
Lunar New Year Financial Resolutions
Happy Year of the Rabbit! To my readers: it’s nice to see you again. I am back from my sabbatical leave from writing the financial column for the Sampan and look forward to helping you address important financial topics with financial tips throughout this year. It has been said that those born in the Year [...]
AACA joins Boston Children’s Hospital in embracing workplace diversity
On August 19, the PANG New England Chapter – a Sodexo Pan-Asian network group launched the New England Kick-off event at the Children’s Hospital Boston. The event included an Iron Chef Competition, cultural performances and participation by the Asian American Civic Association (AACA). PANG’s mission is to foster a corporate environment in Sodexo that embraces [...]
