Pic story: foreigner working in China as volunteer

Terry Crossman rests on the balcony of his house in Beijing, capital of China, April 8, 2018. Terry Crossman, 63, is an American who has lived in Beijing for 23 years. Two years ago, he settled in a Hutong, or traditional alley, near Shichahai in Xicheng District in Beijing. He joined the local volunteer group, also known as "Xicheng Dama", after being cast in a role in a public welfare video themed on it. Xicheng Dama is a volunteer group with most of its members being women aged between 58 and 65. Working at Shichahai, a historic scenic area, Terry Crossman's daily job is to give directions to tourists and translate the tourists guide into English. (Xinhua/Luo Xiaoguang)