An American Expat in Spain
Truth be told, I agreed to move to Spain and become an American expat having never been here before. No pressure at all, right!? It was during a time when we were done having kids but weren’t ready to completely settle…
9 Vintage Furniture Stores in Barcelona
If you’re in Barcelona and wondering where to find unique history-rich furniture that doesn’t come from IKEA stores, read on. One of my favorite passions from back in the states was restoring and painting vintage or second hand furniture. I…
My Favorite Apps for Tourists and Expats in Barcelona
How in the world would we survive these days without the convenience of technology? Things that seemed virtually impossible 20 years ago are now a finger swipe away. I’ll admit, sometimes I think about the fact that our family has…
Take the Quiz: Should I Move Abroad
Before Tony, my husband, and I became expats we would sit in front of the TV and watch other families move abroad. Our favorite show was called House Hunters International and featured a different story each episode. You’ve probably heard…
Moving Abroad With Kids and How to Share the News with Them
As thrilled as Tony and I were for this next chapter of our family’s life, relocating to Barcelona, I was worried sick about telling the kids. Moving abroad with kids is an exciting adventure, but breaking the initial news to…
10 Things I’m Finally Doing While Stuck at Home
Right now, the world is at a standstill. Shops and restaurants closed. Schools operating virtually or not at all. Only essential employees deemed necessary to head into work. From China to Italy, the United States to Australia – we’re all…
20 Ways to Battle Quarantine Woes
When we first found our cozy apartment in Barcelona, I never thought it would one day turn into a quarantine headquarters. “I mean, how much time will we really be spending in the apartment anyway?” we first asked ourselves when…
What One Week in Coronavirus Lockdown Has Taught Me
To date, more than 233,000 people across the globe (NY Times) have contracted the COVID-19 Coronavirus. And 17,000 of those cases have been right here in Spain, which is now considered one of the top three most badly affected countries…
7 Expat Lessons One Year Later
“What row are we again, hun?” I asked my husband as we stepped onto the airport tarmac leading us towards a United Airlines Boeing 757. “Uhh, I think Row 19…..seats A through E,” my husband responded and laughed as he…
