we are leaving california 😱

[@iamkareno]

To all the comments about Hong Kong 🇭🇰 is not safe and there’s no more democracy because of China, we hear you but we feel that its still safer for our family than America 🇺🇸 with the Asian hate going on and people getting beaten, and even killed just for the way we look. I feel safer in Hong Kong knowing I can leave my door with my baby girl and I won’t be targeted as someone’s next hate crime.

[@TrangNguyen-hw8ue]

Wow! Im quite surprised, it must be really bad in California for you to make such statement, bc in Virginia or some east coast states Ive traveled to lately, I have not experienced any hate for the way I look😕 but I respect your choice and wish you and your family the best🥰

[@seRAEtonin]

@@TrangNguyen-hw8ue Hate crimes here in NYC where I live have increased a lot especially in Manhattan. Many elders and AAPI's are being attacked/assaulted on public transportation, in broad daylight, sometimes even as they're just walking down the street. There was an attack in Times Square and the people who witnessed the assault did nothing to help and even closed the door on the poor victim. I also feel very unsafe here in America and wish I could move so I understand that Karen also is apprehensive of the rising violence towards AAPI's :( It's a very sad reality we're currently in right now.

[@fatgirlgogogo]

As someone who just moved from HK to Europe, I'm super excited to see HK content for nostalgic reasons!!!

[@maggiewong125]

Support your decision from Hong Kong ppl , welcome home 🏡

[@laurentcs]

You’re really lucky you can go back home, I think it’s been this way for African Americans for centuries, if I ever have children I also would like to go back to Africa

[@emilie2667]

Some of you guys in the comments are acting like they are ignorant to the situation in HK, did you completely skip over the fact Karen is from HK and have family/friends there? I’m sure they are fully aware and know more what it’s like, then we do from just hearing the news. Let them use their best judgement, I doubt they would bring Dove to a place they saw as unsafe.

[@numinuminixstix]

If you keep your head down, follow orders, and don't say or do anything negative against the government, then you'll very likely be safe and happy. I personally wouldn't want to live in a world like that, but to each their own.

[@numinuminixstix]

@veganlifethebestlife Yes, I would, and I do. From what you're saying, it sounds to me like you have a distorted view of that incident. First of all, the mere fact that there were Asians there does not indicate that being Asian had anything to do with it. There were many races there, so I doubt that race had anything to do with it. The dude who perpetrated the act apparently hated all people. Second of all, you have to keep probability in mind. About 30 people were injured in that shooting. Horrible... unquestionably. But out of the millions of people in NYC and the thousands of subway rides that happen daily, what's your chance of this happening to you? Compare that to living in a communist society where every. single. person. is affected in some way. Every person has limits of some kind on their freedom. There are many people who prefer having a government that has an iron fist over society, but I personally don't. In China, at least recently, there were many people forced to quarantine without notice at their workplace and live there! Their lockdowns are ridiculous.

[@MsNataliesVlogs]

This is so exciting! I will say as a mixed kid (chinese, german) who lived in China during ages 7-9 and then in Singapore from ages 10-17 i am very grateful to have been able to experience living in countries that my family is originally from. With that being said, I experienced being a bit of an outcast because of the fact that I am mixed and i looked different from other majority of people. What helped me was reaffirming myself that I wasnt two halves, but one whole person

[@10qwertypoiu]

OK BUT THE VLOGS AT HONG KONG WILL BE 🔥 can’t wait !! Best of luck on your new journey

[@ae-ri146]

Yeah

[@itsJudysLife]

She did so well with the piercing!!!

[@iamkareno]

Yes 👏🏼 She did much better than I would’ve!!

[@thenamesbria1313]

That’s amazing for you guys!!! I think it will be special for Dove to get to experience a big part of her identity, and I know your family misses you💕 Love to all 3 of you!

[@jm2807]

Hi from Hong Kong, happy to have you guys home. I think is worth living a little further from the city and get a bigger space. Like Sai Kung, Discovery Bay or NT. With your budget you may be able to get a village house then just get a car to drive in to town. Good luck!!

[@mariev2342]

You gotta hook up with Taylor R, a KZbinr from Canada in HK. She’s similar aged and I bet you two would hit it off.

[@BecomingTia]

Yessss! Taylor is amazing.

[@Scrimybingus]

I was just thinking that

[@Bonecuddles_]

Please please please 🙏🏼💖

[@vt819]

Agree!

[@chelseatang8833]

Yess!!!

[@minisocanada7824]

Thanks for visiting our store in Cali and we do agree Grizz from We Bare bear is adorable 💖 We're so excited for your new journey!!

[@Sage-1994]

Hi Karen! Excited about your new content in HK but want to let you know when we quarantine with an unvaccinated baby, it’ll still be 21-day quarantine and most hotels are fully booked right now. Ga yau!!

[@HaileyJo]

Hi! Would you mind sharing a link to where I can read more about Hong Kong’s quarantine policy with unvaccinated babies? Thank you!

[@nuiellemedeiros9854]

I’m so happy for you guys!! You’ve been talking about moving there for a while now and Is nice to see the dream coming true. Excited for all the content too! Looove organizing/decluttering videos, and obviously the excited to see HK in your vlogs!

[@SoothingSista]

Daaaang!!! Excited for this new chapter in your life! Congratulations!

[@Jbean21]

Definitely an interesting decision... meanwhile all my relatives (esp those with young children) are trying to leave asap

[@verolly31]

From HK? Why Yes I have family who moved back because of the virus

[@evileyez504]

@@verolly31 china wants to over take it and reduce democracy. They promised they would slowly ease into it but now are pushing hard against it which results in years of protest, and disappearance of human rights leaders/people who speak out but has been quiet down because covid (or at least media wise)

[@Sage-1994]

@@evileyez504 same. A lot of my local relatives are immigrating to the UK.

[@maisiefowler4307]

Samee

[@jayk8919]

I wish it was that easy for us African Americans to just leave🙃

[@msp0018]

I think that is a great decision. Dove can learn Cantonese. She will appreciate the experience.

[@Cocochantelle]

Wait so does someone have dual citizenship? Or will one of you have a visa? How does housing work. Would you be able to make a video on how one does this?

[@iamkareno]

I have dual citizenship and yes! I’ll be making a video about how we are moving overseas

[@Cocochantelle]

@@iamkareno ah ok makes sense! That’s super cool!! And thank you 🙏🏽💛

[@ae-ri146]

Dove get more adorable every vlogggg I can’t wait her to speak and maybe even speak Chinese 😳😳 I am excited!!

[@LRuan]

Love how you come straight to the point, instead of revealing your plan at the end of the video :D All the best for your move and new chapter in Hong Kong!

[@gridsiematata]

being also from HK i love hearing you speak canto to dove, i cant wait for your HK vlogs! it'll be so good to see you guys settling into HK together as a family!

[@JLou0]

See you soon 😍😍😍

[@magkann]

this is the collaboration i didn't know i needed!! :')

[@lauradotchan]

Congratulations you on the decision! I moved to HK about a year ago and it’s safe to say I’ve been having a great time here so far! Hope to see you all around the city :)

[@johnloverman]

I'm surprised you want to move to Hong Kong because of all the stuff happening there. I hope your family is able to stay safe and that nothing escalates while you live there!

[@Sophie_Pea]

Wait what’s happening there if you don’t mind me asking?

[@tikusblue]

@@Sophie_Pea china slowly reducing people's freedoms, oppressing voices who speak out against communism/Chinese govt. People going missing etc or beaten who speak out. Govt breaching sino-british declaration that said they would respect HK to have more independence from china for 50 years.

[@Sophie_Pea]

@@tikusblue far out, thank you for this

[@jiawenhuang8598]

@@pamelacharlene3743 Don’t you know she’s from Hong Kong? I think she’s far more knowledgeable than you on this issue.

[@tikusblue]

@@pamelacharlene3743 100% she does she has family there and has dual citizenship. I think they just weighed the situations in both countries and made the decision that felt best for them. Anyways they mentioned this is a short term move and they will be keeping the house and moving back when Dove begins school in a few years.

[@10qwertypoiu]

I’ve literally been watching you guys for over 6 years now!! Your Hong Kong vlogs are one of the first its come full circle now ❤️

[@LEOTHOM]

Thank you for your support! 🖤

[@10qwertypoiu]

@@LEOTHOM aww thanks for your response Leo 🤗

[@Bb.Bb29]

That’s amazing! Please share with us how much is a monthly expenses there compared to California

[@Scarmage]

Would be great to hear your and Leo’s perspectives when you get to HK and can talk about reality vs how it is being perceived by the western media, hence people that consume western media. Also will you guys get a helper in HK? That’s going to be a life-changer!!

[@claudiaa1900]

My sisters and I all got our ears pierced with a gun at Claire’s or other jewelry stores. In Puerto Rico it’s sort of standard to do it that way when you are a tiny baby sometimes even newborn! No big deal. Not the end of the world. Our piercings are still going strong. I wish your family the best on this new HK adventure.

[@lauradsouza815]

I am pretty sure ONE of the most important reasons is because her family is there. Especially knowing that they have a child now, people need to also understand family is important for a woman when it comes to raising her children. Knowing that it’s not easy for people to travel internationally these days, it’s understandable. I came from an Asian country too but oftentimes I think about whether my husband and I should move back or not when we finally have children just for the sake of having family support from my side. Plus, especially if your whole family is there and some family members are not as healthy to occasionally make the trips to visit you in a foreign country. The child needs to learn and meet your side of family too. It’s complicated to understand until you come from 2 different worlds raising children between worlds. Not an easy task.

[@faidrad.1382]

Now that you are going to Hong Kong, you should get in contact with Taylor (she's a Canadian youtuber living in Hong Kong) I think it's a good decision to 'expose' Dove to the whole Chinese culture and life earlier in her life than later. Good luck with everything ❤️🙏

[@stephanieho1122]

I’m sososo excited you’re moving to hk omggggg (any hk viewers here 🤪🙌🏻) btw just to say that if you’re thinking to book a family room for quarantine you might really need to book in advance lollllll the rooms are super duper high demand 💀💀💀💀

[@viv7795]

Aww congratulations! From your wedding videos and vlogs in Hong Kong you both seemed to really be happy there. I'm so excited for you guys to be able to show Dove such an important place for you guys!

[@ae-ri146]

I’m sorry but Claire’s is not the Right place to get your ear pierced and she’s a baby too 😭😭

[@ThatLastTeen]

Right 🤭 a piercing shop/tattoo shop where they don’t use guns are much safer.

[@SteffyRodriguezAgredo]

i got my 4th and 5th hole pierced with a gun a year and a half ago and they still haven’t healed 😐

[@celestemartinez4014]

There is nothing wrong with piercing a babies ears. I got mine pierced at 3 months and I still have them. Its apart of other cultures to pierce ears. And besides It’s actually better because the adult can clean it for the baby where as a teenagers or preteens don’t care for about the aftercare and they always get infected.

[@SteffyRodriguezAgredo]

@@celestemartinez4014 i think they mean because guns aren’t good and she’s a baby they should’ve gone to a piercing place lol

[@YammyEats]

Omg yes I can't wait to see Dovey in such a new environment!!!

[@ccrraazzyyggiirrll]

Dove just looked shocked after she got her piercings! What a tough cookie 🥺🍪

[@lovelove-55s]

its also awesome that your baby will be able to have dual citizenship!! I think your decision to move is a great idea, you guys should defiantly rent out your house if you're not selling it. Its a great way to make money passively

[@samanthaavelar5863]

Dove is such a good baby, she’s so sweet! I wish you the best of luck and safe traveling ❤️ excited for you!

[@yo-qk1mv]

HONGKONG really!! That's awesome congrats! It's nice that dove will be able to be closer to family!

[@connie1243]

Psyched for upcoming HK vlogs! Also seeing Dove learn Cantonese will be cuuuuuuuute! 🥰

[@callmeeku4350]

Best wishes for your move! I just moved from one coast of the US to the other and it's already daunting - but you're crossing the water! Lots of love

[@Eevee_eggy]

I thought quarantining in HK takes 21 days not 14 days?!

[@MsCkung]

Yep is 21 days of quarantine if going from US. Is not 14 days

[@LEOTHOM]

It’s 14 days if you’re fully vaccinated. We’re doing 21 days because Dove isn’t vaccinated and they don’t vaccinate babies unless it’s an emergency situation 🥲

[@verolly31]

You guys pored so much money in this new house and now moving it hurts my wallet!! Good for you guys its so fun!

[@loen2629]

They will keep the house and move back in once Dove will be ready for school :)

[@TheOriginalRachFace]

How exciting for you and your family! I hope you have a wonderful moving experience! She may not remember her time there, but such an amazing gift you’re giving her! It makes me sad you feel like you have to go but as a parent I would 100% choose my family’s safety first so I get it!

[@lomeindragon]

I love your makeup. I just entered my third trimester and you motivated me to get cleaned up for the first time in two weeks or so. Anyhow you're so cute and good luck on your move! Definitely get the in-n-out before you go. Look forward to the Hong Kong updates! Stay blessed.

[@lynnguyennn]

omg i am so sad but also so happy for you guys! i hope you have a smooth transition and i can't wait to see hong kong vlogs :P

[@ponypajamas]

come move to discovery bay in HK! it is very family and pet friendly. if not, tai hang, happy valley are all great options too :) so excited for your move!!

[@espielo]

yay! i’m so excited for you guys! can’t wait to follow you guys on your new journey!!

[@margaretlopez8351]

Dove is just adorable! If you want her to learn Chinese you should start now. I use to work at a day care and I had parents that spoke two different languages to the baby. The mom only spoke Spanish to the baby and the dad only spoke Portuguese to the baby. And at daycare obviously only English. So amazing what little sponges babies are.

[@anniee2002]

THIS IS SO COOL KARENNN!!!!! SO EXCITED FOR U AND THE CONTENT WE MIGHT SEE

[@demzre]

HK is my birth place and I haven’t been back to visit for over 10 years. I surely miss it, especially the food. I heard it has changed a lot. They are so many new malls, which are huge and luxurious. Good luck on your move. Can’t wait to see the vlogs to come.

[@sandymoua4901]

So happy for you both!! I’m excited to see your family’s new adventure 🤍🤍

[@NhiTran-gs9hz]

Maybe I am too curious but can you make a video saying why you guys decided to move to HK because I know many people are leaving Hk due to China take over the country? I love HK so much. I’ve been watching HK movie and music since I was little. It’s like a part of my childhood and so sad HK now is not as it used to be. I visited HK one time in 2013.

[@LEOTHOM]

Our main motivation is safety. Frankly speaking, the USA is not a safe place, especially for Asians given the current political climate around COVID. We were literally 20 feet away from a police stand-off this year on our way to get tacos...we shouldn't have to live in fear of violence but that's slowly become our reality. AAPI people are being attacked almost daily in the USA. My personal fear is that Karen and Dove would be targeted for violence and I wouldn't be able to protect them. No place is perfect, but we'd feel much more comfortable being around extended family during Dove's early years.

[@hemtuyou3706]

take over, funny

[@NhiTran-gs9hz]

@@LEOTHOM it’s good to know your extended family are still living there. It would be fun to be around by family. I thought only you, Karen and dove will be living in HK.

[@NhiTran-gs9hz]

@@hemtuyou3706 don’t judge my English. They know what I meant

[@LEOTHOM]

@@NhiTran-gs9hz check out Karen’s old Hong Kong vlogs! We have a lot of family and friends in HK 😄🙌

[@furbyfurbs]

Aww I love this house I will miss seeing vlogs of you guys here, but I am excited for the move! I enjoyed bubzvlogz very much when she was in HK.

[@tiffany5551]

So excited for you and your family!! Dove is soooo cute with her new earrings ♥️♥️♥️ I love your vlogs 🥰💕

[@missmegs37]

omg congrats! love hk. i miss the food and ease of transportation there. hk has so much, and i cant wait to c all the content!!

[@lindslu]

IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! im genuinely excited about this 🥺 also, what’s your hairstyle/cut called?

[@wolfferoni]

Was the video supposed to cut abruptly at the end? I also echo other people's concerns about moving to HK when China's trying to get rid of democracy

[@Linalinaanil]

Isn’t HK it’s own state? I thought It’s not part of China

[@chelseachanpuiyu]

@@Linalinaanil haha you going to violate the security law saying this😏

[@Eira436]

@@Linalinaanil You could be arrested in Hong Kong for saying that if you're a high-profile person.

[@dorothytran2926]

Wow! Such exciting news. Can't wait to see your new adventure in HK.

[@claudiawong755]

"we're going to hong kong, you're gonna be a hong kong girl!" "your mom's (karen) really annoying, isn't she?" if anyone's wondering what she's saying at 1:56 !!! omg this next chapter of your lives will be so exciting ahhhhhh i've always wanted to experience living in HK

[@arielk2955]

How do you know canto if you’ve never lived in HK? just curious

[@claudiawong755]

@@arielk2955 i was born to immigrant parents from China/HK so i grew up speaking the language at home. ya girl couldn't eat unless i spoke it back to them (they were mostly joking)

[@arielk2955]

@@claudiawong755 ohhh I see! Do you live in the states now?

[@claudiawong755]

@@arielk2955 lol sorry my sentence was phrased badly. i was born and raised in the states but my parents are from china

[@yalazha]

@@arielk2955 many people in Southern China also speak Cantonese predominantly. It's the second most widely used dialect in China for a reason!

[@jessieyan0424]

This is SO exciting!! I've been watching your videos since I got pregnant and suddenly knowing you coming to hk is kinda unbelievable! Hope you will have fan meeting sometime in the future ❤️

[@kaylap5733]

I've just moved to Hong Kong after 3 years of living abroad in Shenzhen. it will be so nice for you to have family support in HK. Good luck with the move!

[@CynthiaCho]

Oh my goodness, so excited to see you move to Hong Kong and Dove and gotten SO BIG. She will be a year old in 2 months 😱!

[@MissSussy18]

woooow such a wonderful decision and so brave, keep making videos and keep us posted, so excited

[@wendyxie5841]

omgg the first vid i watched of yours was your hong kong vlog!! 💖 this is so exciting and i love hk so i can't wait see you guys vlog there + speak more canto 🙌🏻

[@theMightyTripster]

So happy for you guys!!!!! Not sure why so many commenters think they should be in charge of YOUR life. You do you girl!!!!

[@ElizabethYateshair]

Can’t wait to be on this journey with you all! Happy to see you and hubby doing well! Xoxo

[@XxcerezaxX]

Welcome back to Hong Kong 😊 please do a baby-mama meet up! So excited for you guys!

[@CINDDIE]

All the best for your move!!! Can't wait to see your new videos from Hong Kong!

[@fantasyk87]

Really excited for you and all the upcoming content about the move! :)

[@victoriarios4485]

so happy for you!! I hope everything turns out well :)

[@Bnice2any1]

Wow... applause for your encouragement & bravery for moving to HK, especially since it has changed. Best wishes🌱👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Dove gonna be so good in Cantonese / Chinese, I find it the easiest to throw myself in a country (at least two years) where they only / mostly speak the language that I want to learn. Which I also did years ago.

[@cheekibreeki8596]

So excited for you! Just wanted to give my experience on the learning Chinese part. I essentially grew up from about age 2 in a mandarin speaking city and only visited extended family once a year, but the main reason I can speak Cantonese comfortably is that it was the only language spoken at home. On the opposite I was exposed to a lot of teochew from my dad's side, but it was not the exclusive language so I never learnt it. Everyone learns language differently but I'm guessing if you want her to retain Cantonese she will have to use it extensively somehow even after moving back. I also watched a lot of Cantonese tv shows and dubbed animes which must've helped me a lot.

[@em700]

So exciting! Cannot wait for the HK vlogs!

[@alessandracardoso1123]

Bro everyone that I follow is moving out from california

[@mari-yz9xv]

we’ll miss you lots but cheers to a new future in hong kong 🎉

[@maggiengai6972]

You guys will be fine for the 14 days quarantine period in hk. I brought back my twins (3 years old) on my own and stayed in the hotel for 21 days. I am sure both of you will be fine with Dove.🥰

[@shushu9515]

For sure everyone has their own concerns for the moving and understanding that you guys must going through something very serious issue that’s why you made this decision. For me, I never lived in the US just only traveled so cannot compare the different of the places. But for HK, I can say that this place is not a good ideal place for ‘living ‘ . Especially the educational in HK! Yes, for your family , you can afford the international school but for the whole environment, it is definitely NO to move back to HK. It’s not worth it!

[@tikusblue]

I think they're keeping their house in California, and only moving for a few years. They said they will move back before Dove starts school.

[@shushu9515]

Oh.., if only few years that is no point to moving. As the baby doesn’t have the memories for this age and no one can 100% to ensure the safety issue in US so what’s the point for the moving ? Of course this their decision and will respect! But only one thing which is very disappointed, they will not bring the dog to HK and let’s the family or frds to take care. For the true dog/pet lovers, everyone know that this is the entire commitment no matter what’s we need to take care them forever, there is no excuse coz they are our family not the pet or toy!

[@LEOTHOM]

@@shushu9515 I can see your perspective about our dogs. It’s a heartbreaking decision for sure. One thing about us is our dogs are always visiting other people. We don’t see them as “our” dogs per se that constantly need to be with us forever, but rather dogs that we care for that bring joy to our community of friends and family. Hiro spent time with my mom after her surgery and she felt so good to have his company. The fact we have friends so willing to care for our pets speaks for the community they’ve fostered. It’s tough, but they’re going to bring happiness to others, which warms my heart.

[@Eira436]

Honestly, Hong Kong can be a wonderful place to live in as long as you’re rich enough and hold another nationality. I just wish they won’t be painting a rosy picture while ignoring everything that’s going massively wrong in ordinary people’s lives.

[@JamkinDonuts]

Omg!!! I’m so excited for you Karen!!!

[@chamichami8766]

Hello Karen! Luv u sm!! But wow Hong Kong! So excited for you guys!

[@Winniethemorgan]

I am so excited to see the journey!!!

[@Gnosara]

Omg dovey did soooo good getting her ear pierced 😍😍😍 she’s too precious

[@yarelipatricia912]

OMG IM SO EXCITED TO SEE YOU MOVE!! I don’t know if you ever watch bubz but she lived in Hong Kong for years and she loved it! I know your stay there won’t be permanent but i really hope you enjoy it

[@ugarteg8563]

Really looking forward to HK vlogs!

[@cjortiz7917]

Beautiful journey!!!! Thank you for sharing super excited for you, Leo & baby Dovie baby 👶. I can’t wait to see HongKong throughout your daily lives.

[@LyndeezleTV]

that's so exciting! can't wait to see your HK vlogs!

[@EllieMalm]

Hi from sweden! Fun to see some good ol swedish meatballs ☺️ Congrats in the move! So exciting!

[@user-tm4lt3sc7h]

im excited to hear you speak more canto hopefully in hk!! is dove going to learn canto too?

[@reijii_00]

If something is too sentimental you can just get a storage unit and keep it

[@neko2412neko]

I can totally understand that you want to show Dove HK and I think it will help her a lot with growing up bilingual! I'm surprised how fast you decided on that tho, maybe that's an American thing? Leaving all behind... it would scare me a lot! What do you do with all your Stuff and with your house?

[@ashleyverified2119]

Hong Kong is so exciting!! Safe travels♥️

[@alatte2183]

Am I the only one who’s excited for Hongkong vlog and more.

[@sophiamia3026]

Hi Karen! Can you please make a video on what things to do/ to bring when you immigrate to another country? Can you show us the process maybe? I’ll be immigrating to US soon and my anxiety level is through the roof 😅 Take care you guys!!

[@Therealmykag]

I’ve always wanted to pick up and move to another country! Would love some tips for moving worldwide!

[@taylorburdette2518]

im so excited for you guys and the content

[@tUiDo4]

Also, meant to ask on last comment, what will happen to the house? Re-sale? Renting it out? other family members occupying it?

[@marinakan7969]

omg I moved to california from hk/macau but I miss hk so much now and the factors you mentioned are reasons why I want to move back too

[@jennifera.2359]

This is awesome! My boyfriend and I also are house shopping so the upcoming videos will be super useful!

[@rokhayandiaye5238]

Omggggg I’m soooo excited for this I can’t wait to see baby dove grow up in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 ahhhhh

[@anikamaynard8132]

So excited for your new chapter. Will you guys be keeping the house for when you move back?

[@1024specialkay]

i am so excited for hong kong vlogs woooo, my favorite place ever :)

[@krisxcross]

when ur so early the video is still processing and the quality is only at 360p

[@earthsfave]

congratz!!!!! and good luck! this is so big.

[@amnah.1194]

Omg I’m obsessed with her crocs