@China Guy, you're underestimating yourself, mate. Both of you are the perfect example on how we should differentiate the CCP from its citizens and downplaying all prejudices that are on (extra)ordinary 中国人 , which in fact are the true heroes of China.加油 朋友!
Our lavender here in Northern Arizona grows wild, has slightly smaller flowers, and is very fragrant. Oh, yes, we would love to hear from your wife about her experiences in China. And, we can’t help but wonder if Taiwan might be a better place for you now. Be well, be happy. 😊👍🏽
Simon, you are so funny dude... "no matter how many pictures you take for them (wife/girlfriend), they always say the pictures were poorly taken." My wife is the same way! Hahaha.
The censorship is non-specific by design. If they inform you exactly what the offensive comments are, you will be able to fine tune your posts. If they don't specify, you will be responsible for your own self-censorship. Far better to have you over react than allow you to know how far you are allowed to go.
way mac Same trick for doing a "successful" business, as long as you carry "extreme" self-censorship. In other words, someone "monopolies" your life. Alexander Hamilton, founding father of the States, said "If you control one's livelihood, you control his will". That's why their Constituition bases on individual freedom and restriction of government power.
HY F Every year there are over 100,000 mainlanders migrating to US but none from US to mainland. Why ? Trustworthy, freedom and Rule of Law. Needless to give you further explanation.
That’s life. China is afraid of other people’s opinions even though your opinions have been fairly neutral. At least you are in Taiwan now. Good luck Simon. Welcome to Taiwan!!!
“If sharp criticism disappears completely, mild criticism will become harsh. If mild criticism is not allowed, silence will be considered ill-intended. If silence is no longer allowed, not praising hard enough is a crime. If only one voice is allowed to exist, then the only voice that exists is a lie.” What Plato said is very true. How painful it is to live in a society where lies are everywhere.
I am a bit surprised you got suspended, as you are usually pretty careful in what you say (although the end of this one might be an exception!). As for your wife; I would love to see her included, but, as a Taiwan citizen, she might be a little more free with her speech than you are even.
The audience is as important as the message. Call it the "impact factor" if you want. Simon is under supervision by an "agency" by virtue of having a moderately popular youtube channel.
I don’t think his wife will be more free with her speech as she might be worried if she would be arrested as well when she visits Simon’s family in China.
Love to hear your wife’s experiences living in China and how it’s differs from Taiwan. We have a lavender garden near us. They grow the purple variety. Love your videos . keep it up.
The US has been too generous for so long. China ban major US social medias while the US let Chinese social medias operate freely and grow in the US. Now apparently some in the US think this is unfair, aside from national security risk.
@@TesterBoy You mean Tiktok? It had been bought at a low price by Microsoft. Apparently, only one media pop up the top ten download, then it has been baned, and Euro still hasn't get any software in the top ten. So ironic!
And not only social media. While China bans EVERYTHING from the outside wold, we allow their Embassies to regularly attempt to undermine freedom of speech in our own countries, accusing us of "racists" if they face any backlash.
Eventually as your channel grows you will run into the problems other China RU-vid channels (and literally the city of Hong Kong) have encountered. Have a plan to keep yourself and your family safe. I find your channel to be one of the most encouraging things I watch! Thank you.
I am sorry for your troubles with the authorities. I appreciate your honesty and balanced reporting regarding the situation in China. The viewers and myself would love to have your wife on the channel. Looking forward to seeing the both of you. Take care of yourselves and be safe.
Yes let your wife speak about China. When you make a travel vlog, you could make it a dialog, for instance describing food taste and what you think about the place you visit.
It’s pleased to catch a glimpse of your wife in the vlog. She is beautiful and dainty. And yes, I’d love to know how your wife thinks and her opinion of China. I think that it is the kind of a pretty depth of way let us know more about China from your Taiwanese wife angle. I’m looking forward to your wife showing in your vlogs much more. Btw, though your wife picked on your taking photos skill, you are a good and patient husband. 😆👍🏼 Stay health!
Just found your channel. I went to Taiwan last 2019 and I plan to go back there because I feel like there are still places that I should discover like what you showed on your vlog. I hope I can go back there after the pandemic.
I appreciate your openness and comments about your country. I hope you will continue, but I also understand that you also don’t want to cause big problems for your family. Stay safe!
I've been watching 長安十二時辰 recently. I've also watched other historical dramas. What I wonder is do Chinese ever think apply think about the plotlines and whether they apply to the CCP? For example, in the Changan drama, the villain - the Right Counselor, abuses power by holding all the seals of authority and can make anyone guilty that he likes. It struck me that the Tang dynasty appeared to have greater separation of powers than the CCP!
Stay safe and be careful in this difficult time. Always enjoy your videos and comments. You show how great the Chinese people are. I have the same 2 duties as you, and yes my photos are never good enough and she is from the same city as you.. 😂
I'm from Brazil. Half world far, 12 hours of difference, different languages, different cultures but the same pain in the neck: our woman complaining about o the photos we have shot 😂😂😂
Hi Simon. Been watching the flooding in China,hope your family and friends are safe and well. It has been raining here in Thailand for 24 hours now, but we do need the water for our rice.
Another great video,,,had a laugh regarding your husband duties,,,its always nice to hear your honest perspectives on things from that side of the world, and i think it would also be insightful to hear from your wife also,,keep up the good work !
Hey Simon, I would love to hear your wife's perspective. Especially her views from before she moved to China then how they changed after she lived there for awhile.
Hi Simon. I have to say that I really enjoy your videos as you are very honest and have a great funny personality which is refreshing. After living in Southern China for several years and now back in the US, I can relate to many of your stories. I’m Chinese American married to a Chinese National and boy, my wife is exactly like your wife when it comes to taking pictures whenever we go out, especially of food dishes. Even though I really love and miss China, I think it’s not so good any more for political reasons and maybe you should think about moving to Taiwan permanently. I wish you all the best and stay funny and safe.
I do not see any Lavender plants around you I guess its name is a reflection of the Lavender color in which I can see all around ( The plant you pointed out is some sort of Salvia but not so sure since you did not show more of its flower and leaves. Nice place there
Lavender Forest got the most tasty Rose flavor icecream ever in the world ! I often visit there just to get one rose icecream corn! and the cheese cake the bake in the shop is superb! I love the merry-go-round in the forest, just so romantic ! you can also use the coin you get from the entrance to ride the merry-go-round. Taichung is a city famous for tons of garden cafes with splendid views and scenery. If you come to Taiwan, you won't want to miss visiting Taichung city.
When I saw the title of the video, I thought it should be a "safe" video finally. After watching the video, well, I can only say that this is a real Simon's video. :) And, of course, I would love to hear your wife's views, if she wants to share.
Those 'heavy duties' man, I feel for you! :) My partner must be lucky then because as a woman I'm the one driving and finding the places, taking the pictures and hate being in them haha! Love & support - Brussels EU
Hey Simon, I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your content and learning about China from the various perspectives of yourself and the other people you have shown us over the past few years. "I almost forgot this was a travel vlog" coming right after your insights about the wisdom of talking politics, speaks volumes about your wisdom and humour on a number of levels.
Hello from Houston, Texas U.S.A. You received a nice plug for your channel from serpent_za. This is the first of your videos that I have seen and I found it to be very informative. I found you to be a very thoughtful and resonable man with a concise way of presenting the facts. The Lavender Cottage appears to be a relaxing and beautiful place to spend some time. I immediately noticed the music that was playing because it was so similar to American Bluegrass music. Best wishes to you and I will subscribe and check back in with you from time to time.
Sorry to hear about the suspension... 😿 I wonder what it was u said. That lavender place looks nice i think i need to go there so all that lavender can reduce my stress hahaha. 😊😸😹
