Sep 4, 2018Dilemma: How To Find Good FoodOne tricky thing about being an expat is adjusting to new food every time you move. It might not be the most serious or emotional part of...
Aug 27, 2018Dilemma: Learn the Local Language?I always argue in favor of learning the local language if you’re going to live somewhere new—especially if you’re going to be there for...
Jun 4, 201826 Criticisms Diplomats Get From Family & FriendsLiving and working abroad is amazing in a lot of ways, most of the time. There are certainly challenges, but the opportunities, in my...
Apr 13, 2018Dilemma: To buy, or not to buy a houseAn embassy colleague just bought a house in Washington the other day. "Why?” I asked her immediately. She answered that she is going to...
Apr 10, 2018Dilemma: How to name the babyWhen you live all over the world, you want to make sure people understand your child’s name. It’s hard for most foreigners to pronounce...