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No, this group of women were on work visas here in NZ, having their overseas experience.
I invited one to call and tell me what life was like in China, She came and we became friends.
She came to live with me a few days later enabling me to meet all her friends.Some of whome also came and stayed at a later time. I was accepted as their Kiwi grandfather. I live alone as my wife has long gone.The neighbors were upset with this arrangement, they hated seeing me with young women as I am 85. I offered them a safe haven with English lessons and support.