This is Another Story – About life, fantasy, and everything in between

Suzhou Part 8 – Day 4
Published on October 14, 2026October 13, 2026 by Yinglan
Suzhou Part 7 – Day 3
Published on October 12, 2026October 11, 2026 by Yinglan
Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #417 – Where does it lead?
Published on October 11, 2026October 10, 2026 by Yinglan
#WeekendCoffeeShare – Preparing for the Worst
Published on October 10, 2026October 9, 2026 by Yinglan
Suzhou Part 6 – Day 3
Published on October 9, 2026October 8, 2026 by Yinglan
Suzhou Part 5 – Day 2
Published on October 7, 2026October 6, 2026 by Yinglan
Suzhou Part 4 – Day 2
Published on October 6, 2026October 5, 2026 by Yinglan
Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #416 – Music
Published on October 4, 2026October 3, 2026 by Yinglan

About life, fantasy, and everything in between

Friday Fictioneers: Reality vs. Expectation

Published on October 15, 2026October 14, 2026 by Yinglan

April’s excitement turns to anxiety when her parents announce a visit. Caught off-guard, she feels shame about her small studio apartment, far from their expectations. As a busy lawyer, she fears her parents will judge her living situation, prompting her to hastily end the call in panic and contemplate her dilemma.

Share Your World – Week of October 12, 2026

Published on October 13, 2026October 12, 2026 by Yinglan

The author expresses a preference for autumn, wishing it lasted longer, and favors living in the country over the seaside due to water risks. She recounts using a bus in China due to transportation difficulties and reflect on walking in the woods, emphasizing a desire for a fantastical experience.

Friday Fictioneers: When it’s on the other shoe…

Published on October 8, 2026October 7, 2026 by Yinglan

In this playful sibling interaction, Meg teases Jimmy with a rubber mask, sparking a conversation about pranks. Later, walking home, Jimmy points out fingerprints on bridge columns before surprising Meg with mud splatters, which leads to her exaggerated shrieks. Their playful banter highlights the light-hearted nature of their relationship.

Share Your World – Week of October 5, 2026

Published on October 5, 2026October 4, 2026 by Yinglan1 Comment

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#WeekendCoffeeShare – Returning to Gardening Life

Published on October 3, 2026October 2, 2026 by Yinglan2 Comments

Happy Saturday!

Taking a break here from the telling of my China adventure…

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Suzhou Part 3 – Day 2

Published on October 2, 2026October 1, 2026 by Yinglan2 Comments

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Suzhou Part 2 – Day 1

Published on October 1, 2026September 30, 2026 by Yinglan1 Comment

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Suzhou Part 1 – Day 1

Published on September 30, 2026September 29, 2026 by Yinglan3 Comments

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Nanjing Part 10 – Day 4

Published on September 29, 2026September 29, 2026 by YinglanLeave a comment

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Nanjing Part 9 – Day 4

Published on September 28, 2026September 27, 2026 by YinglanLeave a comment

Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #415 – Move Your Body

Published on September 27, 2026September 26, 2026 by Yinglan6 Comments

This week, Anne from Slow Shutter Speed is the host of Lens-artists challenge #415 and the topic is Move Your Body.

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#WeekendCoffeeShare – A Conclusion to a Long Trip

Published on September 26, 2026September 26, 2026 by Yinglan8 Comments

Happy Saturday!

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Nanjing Part 8 – Day 4

Published on September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 by Yinglan2 Comments

Nanjing Part 7 – Day 3

Published on September 24, 2026September 23, 2026 by Yinglan2 Comments

Nanjing Part 6 – Day 3

Published on September 23, 2026September 23, 2026 by YinglanLeave a comment

Nanjing Part 5 – Day 3

Published on September 22, 2026September 22, 2026 by Yinglan3 Comments

Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #414 – Harmony

Published on September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 by Yinglan9 Comments

This week, Ann-Christine is looking back at Lens-artists Challenge #44, which was all about color harmonies. However, instead of color harmonies, for challenge #414, she is challenging us to post photos related to harmony in a general sense.

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Silent Sunday: Weird and Wonderful Hotel Decor

Published on September 20, 2026September 20, 2026 by Yinglan4 Comments

It’s been a very long day. I’m simply out of energy, will be back tomorrow.

#WeekendCoffeeShare – One more week in China

Published on September 19, 2026September 19, 2026 by Yinglan6 Comments

Happy Saturday!

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Friday Fictioneers: The Sign

Published on September 18, 2026September 18, 2026 by Yinglan6 Comments

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Nanjing Part 4 – Day 2

Published on September 17, 2026September 17, 2026 by Yinglan5 Comments

The Flower Hour #48: Orange Flowers in China

Published on September 16, 2026September 16, 2026 by Yinglan2 Comments

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Nanjing Part 3

Published on September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 by YinglanLeave a comment

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Share Your World – Week of September 14, 2026

Published on September 14, 2026September 14, 2026 by Yinglan1 Comment

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Nanjing Part 2

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Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #413 – Bridges

Published on September 13, 2026September 13, 2026 by Yinglan7 Comments

Happy Sunday! This week, Beth from Wandering Dawgs is hosting Lens-artists challenge #413 with a timely topic of Bridges.

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