2) Sadly, I received another e-mail two days ago from a 24 y/o former Chinese student of mine I used to like: She sent me a picture of a 4000 rmb handbag. "I like this bag but I can't afford it". "I like nice things that I can't afford". Well, what is the point of telling someone? If you want "nice things" you know what to do! I have lost respect for her now.

Two days ago?

Didn't you mention this incident over a month ago?

Frankly, I have encountered nothing like this entitlement mentality you describe. And I've been here almost four years.

I have however found a very strong entitlement mentality among the English teachers here.

And you're going to reply GW this, wumao that... blah, blah, blah...