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Until We Meet Again

Farewell to Switzerland for Now A fabulous expat ride in Switzerland is coming to an end for me and my family. Like many expats know, moving to a foreign country is loaded with waves of opposing emotions. However, after assessing … Continue reading

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Two Sides of One Coin

Duplicitous Expatriate Living Take a coin out of your pocket or your purse. It can be a US quarter, a 2 Euro piece or a 5 Swiss Franc piece.  I currently live in Switzerland where change matters just a little … Continue reading

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There is no Ice in My Drink

Quest for Ice Leads to Change It is truly the small things that bring us the most joy. For me, I just really love loads of ice in most of my drinks. Living away from your country of origin will … Continue reading

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Avoid Making Assumptions: Lessons as an Expat in Switzerland

Beautiful Switzerland “It is a bitter-sweet thing, knowing two cultures. Once you leave your birthplace nothing is ever the same.”  Sarah Turnbull Relocating to a new country is like having your first baby. You can imagine your future as a … Continue reading

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Tips to Surviving the First Year as an Expat/Trailing Spouse

  Jump In! You may be on an expatriation of limited duration or an indefinite time; however, the truth is that no one knows certainly what the future holds. The fact that you are living in a different country from … Continue reading

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