I think some people can live in China and enjoy it. Foxy is one of those people. As long as he is not a GW ( he is not ) and is not ripping off others then good luck to him. Being older and happily married to a Chinese woman make life easier for him. He also has flexibilty is regard to where he works, the majority of FT's do not.
My problem in China is the lack of any useful changes in the society, and the difficulty in finding a decent woman in the 27 to 37 year old age bracket. Asia is a big place, and China is one choice among many.

I don't think Chinese society needs changing to meet your needs; I rather think you are looking in the wrong direction in order to satisfy those needs. I assume you are a man under 65, and farther assume you are fairly fit without a paunch? Why on earth would you consider a 37 year old Chinese lady, who by that age knows too much and has been round the block too much; and could well have offspring,perish the thought. What is wrong with a 22 year old? You need to start dating University students(you don't need a thick one) How does one go about that? You must ask all of them to go out with you, being prepared for numerous rejections. A young one will make you a better wife because you will be able to teach her new things, new ways of looking at things. I need to take you under my wing young man,hahaha. Anything over 27 is like buying your clothes in Oxfam; too many moth-holes. cheers&beers