Milestone: a stone functioning as a milepost. Guys, we’ve officially lived in Asia for ONE YEAR. It’s been one year of learning a new language, learning a new culture, living life and making friends. It’s been challenging, and it’s been wonderful. It’s been hot, and it’s been fun. We’ve seen our conversation abilities grow by… Continue reading Milestone.
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Posts from my homeland
Top 5 Tips for Learning a New Language
I’ve always wanted to learn a new language. As an American, I grew up speaking English and only English. During high school & college, I attempted to learn some Spanish, but it never stuck. I’ve always been in awe of Europeans or Asians that can speak 2, 3, or 4 languages. While being born a… Continue reading Top 5 Tips for Learning a New Language
We Are Not Afraid
A few days ago, Jakarta was stunned by terror attacks. According to news reports, 6 explosions were set off Thursday morning in the heavily populated capital city of Indonesia. Witnesses recount attackers riding into downtown on motorbikes with rifles and open firing. There’s still been conflicting reports regarding the number of victims and injured, but… Continue reading We Are Not Afraid
Hope for 2016
A new year is synonymous with new beginnings. Fresh starts. Clean slates. It’s a time of looking back and looking forward. We reflect and cast vision. It’s a chance, for at least one time a year, for self-evaluation. I was really happy with my 2015. I loved looking back and reflecting with Instagram and blogging.… Continue reading Hope for 2016
My Top 2015 Moments of 2015
As New Year’s Eve approaches and 2016 draws near, I finish blogging a series on my top 15 moments of 2015. This has been an incredible year. I can’t think of another year of my life that has been filled with so much accomplishment, first times, victories and significance. I loved writing these posts, creating… Continue reading My Top 2015 Moments of 2015
#1 Moving Day – Top 15 of 2015
I’ve moved before. But nothing like this. Once as a kid, we packed up our house and moved across town. After college, I moved in with friends while I worked. When I got married, I moved in with my husband. But this move, not just across town or to a new area code, this move… Continue reading #1 Moving Day – Top 15 of 2015
#4 Language Learning – Top 15 of 2015
Americans are spoiled blessed to be born as native English speakers. English is the most widely spoken language in the world, and in many nations, serves as a second or trade language. And it’s a quirky language with so many exceptions to the rules. I’m so happy to be an English speaker, but it has… Continue reading #4 Language Learning – Top 15 of 2015
#15 Farewell America – Top 15 of 2015
I thought it would be harder. I’ve lived in the good ole USA for over 30 years. I expected tears and anxiety. Of course, I missed my family. Definitely missed my friends. I even got a little misty eyed over my final meal...Chick-Fil-A. But once we boarded the plane, and America was in the rearview… Continue reading #15 Farewell America – Top 15 of 2015
My New Asian Home
Sometimes, I thought the travel would never end. The flights, the layovers, the waiting and the hoping. But finally, after 30+ hours of travel…we arrived. It was April 1st, a fool’s day to some, but a landmark to us. This dream had become reality. Since our grand adventure last year, we had been taking steps… Continue reading My New Asian Home
Top 5 Things I’m Excited for Life in Asia
Next week, we leave for Southeast Asia, our new home. It feels surreal and so close. We’ve been preparing for awhile, and now we it’s almost here. We have a week left in America, and in addition to packing, organizing and hanging out with family & friends, I’ve been processing what exactly I’m most excited about… Continue reading Top 5 Things I’m Excited for Life in Asia
An American Mom in Asia 