I remember my parents leaving me at home as they drove off to see Star Wars in 1977. They thought it might be to violent and I was only seven. The things we do as parents we do because we believe they are the right thing. I survived childhood and my parents made mistakes. You will too and your kids will survive as well. Parenting is hard, didn't anyone tell you?
Read MoreDriving in Switzerland with a Dutch car .... I never even thought for a second about it, why would I? Then I drove with a Dutch car in Switzerland and I have become a kinder driver.... and certainly more thoughtful!
Read MoreDo you feel like the moment you sit down with a tea and a great book someone needs you? If so you are probably a mom. For all the Moms out there, this one is for you. May I continue to be interrupted by my adorable kids for years to come just as I still interrupt my Mom - even her sleep.
Read MoreI love my Christmas Tree. This is a story about my first Christmas in Europe and how as a poor student I scored my first Christmas Tree. I will never forget my first Christmas in Europe and my tree is still sacred to me. Many of my friends tease me about my trees but they are also in awe of them.
Read MoreA very special Christmas memory - an orphan, stockings, and joy. This story came from my son involuntarily forcing me into remembering the past and sharing. Thanks for being a teen and challenging me on a near daily basis my boy!
Read MoreThere are so many kind Expats out there. Never shy away from a spontaneous invitations and for by all means chat with strangers. This is the advice you normally don't give to people but I would have missed out on a lot if I wouldn't have started convversations with random passer-bys.
Read MoreDo your kids have their phones in their rooms? Do you stress about their online behavoir? Here are three reminders about raising kids with the internet. Even though it is hard, it's manageable.
Read MoreMoving to a beautiful village on the hills above Montreux was a dream come true. I spoke French, I love to ski...Life was good! Or was it? I made a classical human mistake. I became arrogant and didn't do my homework which lead to ...... well some stress with the local school.
Read MoreDoes this picture remind you of your kids fighting over something; butting heads over the silliest of dramas. You just want to scream, "Stop this!" My Mom and Dad shocked us one night with a special lesson on fighting. I will never forget this lesson and it helps!
Read MoreIt happens to me all the time. This is one of many stories about people assuming things about me which are totally false. It happens to everyone and we are all quilty, but as an expat it seems to be more extreme.
Read MoreNo, my sister wasn't adopted at McDonald's but my brother was! The amazing truth of the way people see things. Deep thoughts about interracial adoption.
Read MoreOne of my favorite holiday dinner stories. As an Expat grocery shopping is a challenge. This goof up is classic and if your are and expat or have lived in a foriegn country you will feell with my friend and laugh at the same time. Happy Thanksgiving!!!!
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