adjustment abroad… The New Normal-A Repatriation Journey 1 Oct 201923 Jan 2020 I walked with a friend today. Now before you give a little sigh and think, wow, Laurie, good for you, this event was not as small as it sounds. Continue reading…
adjustment abroad All Good Things Must Come to an End 11 Apr 201923 Jan 2020 I don't know, where you're going Or when you're coming home I left the keys under the mat to our front door For one more chance to hold you close…
adjustment abroad The Second Time Around (Kid’s Version): 5 Reasons Why Kids Should Live Abroad Again 23 Sep 2018 The first time Brett asked my thoughts about a possible move to Bangkok, I quickly responded (and when I say quickly responded, I mean I didn’t even have to think…
adjustment abroad… The Second Time Around. 5 Reasons Why You Should Live Abroad Again. 11 Sep 2018 We are now officially on our second overseas move. I’m still surprised we now call Bangkok home, especially because a mere three months ago we were unsure we would even…
adjustment abroad… A New Chapter: Bangkok Bound 11 Aug 2018 The only thing certain in life is change. When we first found out we were moving to Shanghai, I was terrified. When we arrived in Shanghai, I was terrified. Our…
adjustment abroad… 6 Reasons Why Kids Should Live Abroad 22 May 201823 Jan 2020 My 11-year-old, Jack had quite a day last week. He decided he would go on an “adventure bike ride” around our neighborhood. When he returned, his eyes were alight with…
adjustment abroad… Hey Mom, You’ve Got This! 9 May 2018 It’s no secret, being a mom is tough. From late night feedings to late night curfews. From crying babies to mouthy teenagers. It’s no wonder we stress our way through…
adjustment abroad… Calm Down! 26 Mar 201830 Mar 2018 Hello! I’ve missed you. I’m finally back from all the traveling and visitors of late. It is incredible how quickly a month has flown by.Continue reading "Calm Down!"
adjustment abroad… Only in China! 13 Feb 2018 A picture says a thousand words. Frederick R. Barnard I love China! My favorite aspects of living here are the things you see that get lost in translation, whether it…
adjustment abroad… Lost in Translation 12 Feb 201812 Feb 2018 I had an interaction today that reminded me how living in a foreign country is not always easy. My son needed new gym shorts, so off I went to the…
The Bunch Abroad 