While visiting my home in September I realized that I had fallen into the illusion that so many expat fall into. I’m not going back….money does not buy happiness,…
I have learned to lean, and I love it……. ….maybe because I have rented for so long and fear of damaging a wall I have leaned pictures and mirrors against…
Some of us do it because we seek adventure, some because of the money, others because we have to. Whatever the reason, enjoy it while it is present and don’t…
I feel like I’m a millions miles away From myself more and more these days I’ve been down too many open roads But they never lead me home And now…
May your eyes, heart and mind be wide open. Safe Travels, Expat State of Mind
Thinking of the feeling of being back in my home country is so exciting, but not knowing if it is the right time is hard. Trying to give…
Looking back, it is not what I should have packed, it is what I should have packed it in. As an expat it can generally mean you are in a…
Saying goodbye, going away Seems like goodbye’s such a hard thing to say Touching a hand, wondering why It’s time for saying goodbye Saying goodbye, why is it sad? Makes…
“Living in a Gilded Cage” references an individual who is living in luxurious surroundings but is somehow trapped. I am from Texas the second largest state in the 50 United…
This is to commemorate moving day, Whether it was a glamorous journey or not so much. Whatever the case I hope you were enlightened. Here’s to you for making the…
As an expat you can live your life everyday in your new host country and hopefully appreciate the differences your new world brings, but we all need a feeling of…
Sometimes just having a connection to back home is as simple as bringing your best friend along on your new expat life or while you travel to distant lands. Meet…
I recently ran across poll results reported by St. John’s International School in Waterloo, Belgium, regarding “Three personality traits every expat should have to be successful”. I thought it may…
Three personality traits every expat should have to be successful. I wanted to share the above link. Interesting results from the study about expats listing the three personality traits every…
I have noticed a lot of vanity here in our region of the world, well a lot of vanity tables. Most of the fully furnished flats, villas and company accommodations…
A well-appointed vanity table is like an altar — an altar to yourself. I guess it’s called a “vanity” for a reason! But, don’t think of it as a vice.…
Welcome to your new home! Maybe your new place does not quite feel like home. There are many circumstances we find ourselves in when we move to a new place…
Whether you are living large or feeling cramped, we all need a place where we can feel productive, be creative and get organized. I have lived in a 350 sq…
Here are some more Ikea Hacks to add interest to your home without hitting your pocket-book. With just a little imagination you can do this to…. Ikea Ung Frame Ikea…
Where have all the cowboys gone? When you grow up or move away you seem to lose touch with your family history and their way of life. Somehow technology and…
When you arrive home after a long day of shuttling the kids around all day or working outside of the home, do you see a welcome sign of home letting…
Looking to add some interest to your home without hitting your pocket-book. Try adding a few pieces with IKEA hacks. With just a little imagination you can do this…. Vittsjo Shelving…
Cappucino is sexier than a glass of wine? I think so. Do not get me wrong I love a great wine paired with an amazing dish. Pinot Noir is my…
Some results are in for the recent survey listed below. If you would like to take this simple two question survey here is the link: https://expatstateofmind.wordpress.com/2013/02/19/what-would-you-take-on-your-journey/ Here are some more…
What would you take on your new journey? Are you moving, have moved in the past? Help others with your expert opinion by answering these two simple questions. As you…
You do not realize how much you are going to miss the taste of home until your excitement of your new place and all of the discoveries begin to fade…
As you soon will discover in your new host country it is not easy to find art for your new home that reflects your personal style. If you do it…
For expats moving can be very exciting, scary and overwhelming. If your moving and can not take everything with you because of a temporary job, school opportunity or you are…
Third time is a charm! After exploring an expat lifestyle on our third try I realized to make it work we must make our new place “feel like home”. Our…
