Life abroad is all fun and games until it all becomes a revolving door, where you stay and friends leave, others come and repeat…
Category: life abroad
If Only Life was Always Nice and Tidy
It is rare to get on a train in Tokyo in the middle of the day and see a totally … More
The Rich Japanese Culture of Exchanging New Year’s Cards and Gifting Kids Money
Ending the old year and starting the new year is done with much intention here in Japan. Traditionally, houses are … More
Christmas Away from Family in this Pandemic
It’s not my first Christmas away from family and friends but it feels different because I did not necessarily choose … More
The ‘Go To Travel’ Campaign in Japan during the Pandemic, Travelling Safely while Supporting the Travel Industry
There is a pandemic raging right? Economies are hurting and much thought is being given, to just how to manage … More
Social Distancing While Enjoying Autumn in Karuizawa, Japan
Alas, I jumped on the Shinkansen (bullet train) and went to see some friends in Karuizawa. The need to get … More
Being Far Away from Family During this Pandemic is Rather Challenging
Oh, how I wish I were near to my family near and dear This time being abroad can be hard … More
When the Supermarket Becomes the go-to Spot
I was never excited about shopping at the supermarket and nothing has changed now. Why not just have your groceries … More
Life in Japan in the Time of the Coronavirus
Those who still have masks don them religiously everyday. There are no masks in the shops so many people are … More
Teaching in a Developing Country vs Teaching in a Developed Country
Teaching in a developing and developed country requires the same drive and motivation. However, the access to certain facilities in the latter creates more opportunities to go beyond ‘chalk and talk’.
