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I say tomato, He says tomahto
Kids and languages My kids got a bit shafted on the mother-tongue front. Although they have dual citizenship, both my husband and I hail from English-speaking backgrounds. He
Blog your expat life
What is a blog? The word ‘blog’ is derived from ‘Web log’. A blog is basically a journal or diary that is available on the web. The activity
Just when you think it’s safe to make plans…
Carole’s ‘Personal Blog’ Update Welcome to this brand new section of the website – and my personal indulgence – ‘Carole’s Blog’. If you want to know why I’ve
Mother’s Day around the world
Mother’s Day – a global tradition Mother’s Day is commemorated worldwide although the dates differ from country to country. For example, Mother’s Day in Norway is the second
Time zone maths
What time is it in…? Keeping in touch with your friends and family in various parts of the world is easy enough in these days of the social
How to cope when things go wrong
Be prepared for major emergencies Expatriates generally have a lot of support in their host country, you may not be aware of it but it will be there.
Culture shock in children
Kids experience culture shock too On the whole, most children are more resilient to change than adults. However, culture shock can strike children in its own special way. Depending
How long does jet lag last?
What is jet lag? Jet lag is a consequence of travelling over numerous time zones very quickly. Your body takes a few days to catch up from its
Homesickness when there’s no ‘home’
Homesickness quotes When I posted a short piece about the word hiraeth, I included a list of quotes about homesickness. A sharp-eyed reader, Marilyn Gardner, pointed out that
