Hi ya Brett,
I originally came from South East London, but parents moved to Essex when i was around Three, so i guess you could also call me an Essex boy!! haha!! Lived in Thurrock while growing up, and then a fair Spell in the Southend Area. Now Living in Cyprus, We had a house built about 12 yrs ago, but only been living here off and on full time (working overseas) for the past 8/9 years.
Anyway, welcome aboard.... your time in Hong Kong will give you a little insight to China, but not that much unfortunately, in some areas's there like chalk and cheese.... Including the language !!!!!
David.....