End of last year, I took you on a journey: the story of an expat family through a compilation of all the articles published on the blog. The suspense was at its peak: we left this family in … [Read more...]
March 28, 2014 by 5 Comments
Giving And Receiving Gifts – The Secret Rules For Expats
Ever wondered what to bring when invited for the first time to a local family in your new host country? Do you remember this awkward feeling - a mix of joy and constraint - when receiving a … [Read more...]
December 28, 2012 by 1 Comment
Expatriates: Who Can You Rely On When Your Parents Get Sick?
Christmas Eve 2010. 6 pm, France. My parents, my brother and his wife were preparing the dinner looking forward to a tasty meal. All of a sudden, my mother felt an excruciating abdominal … [Read more...]
December 21, 2012 by 5 Comments
Expats, Not Home for Christmas? 7 Ways to Feel Closer to Your Family
“So you’re not coming back home for Christmas, are you? Oh, we’ll miss you so much. The house will be empty. It’s so sad. I was hoping you could make it. I was so looking forward to seeing the … [Read more...]