Trapped in my accent

I wish I could push a button and change my accent to go igcognito in an envirnment. I am stuck with my accent and misunderstanding about who I am.

Expat StoriesAllison OchsFebruary 8, 2018Accents, Misunderstanding, Culture, Expat Life, Expat StoriesComment

The Complaint Club

Have you ever stood around the parking lot at school or with you girlfriends and just complained up a storm. I know I am guilty. As an expat these clubs take on a new element. I found out a few years ago one of the things I complained the most about was one of the things I loved the most...

Expat StoriesAllison OchsSeptember 14, 2017Living in Europe, Life Abroad, Expat Life, Culture, Complaints, Parenting, School LunchComment

Would you feel comfortable nude in a mixed sauna?

Going into a sauna with men nude is still not part of my game...not even after 28 years abroad. My kids, however, might just be capable and my husband well...read on.

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