This post is the first in a series of three articles on orphan spouses. We’ll first walk in the shoes of the accompanying spouse (a woman in this case) then in the footsteps of the leading spouse … [Read more...]
March 7, 2017 by 6 Comments
Expat Wife – A Redefinition Of Couple Relationship That You Never Expected
‘Push… once more’, said the midwife. Vickie, in pain, winced, gasped for air and braced for the effort. Suddenly, she felt a release, the first in eight hours of labour. A cry and the midwife … [Read more...]
February 10, 2017 by 4 Comments
Parenting Teenagers Abroad – Two Extra Challenges You’d Happily Do Without
Alison is bewildered. Josh, her 15 year-old son, has changed dramatically. While he used to be such a social kid, always a smile on his face and a sparkle in his eyes, he now spends hours alone … [Read more...]
December 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment
3 Things Your Teenager Can’t Tell You When Moving Abroad
It’s no secret: handling a teenager as a parent is tricky. To say the least. But moving abroad adds another layer of complexity. Understanding what’s going on in your teenager’s head helps you … [Read more...]
June 17, 2015 by 9 Comments
Expat in a country that speaks the same language as you – Blessing or curse?
The netball game just finished. Olivia is in tears. Her team lost 10 to 0. Sandra, her mum, is fuming on the bench. ‘Why is the game so violent, the referee so biased, the girls from the … [Read more...]