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The Dilemma of Love Abroad and Homesickness
Living abroad as an adult is like riding a rollercoaster, full of twists, turns, and lessons at every drop. But the real adventure? Finding love in a foreign land, where it’s tangled up…
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Why it’s important to readjust your dreams
After eating to our fill, we relaxed and chatted about life. At some point, I told my friend that I wanted to be married by the time I turned 25. Reason being, I…
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It’s Simple: Throw your Trash in the bin.
The sky is bright blue and the sun is shining warmly. With winter ending soon, the air is no longer freezing. A soft breeze moves around me, fresh and calming. The noise…
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My Unsteady Path of Learning a New Language
What if I told you that you could live in a foreign country for 10 years and still not speak their language? I’ve been in a French-speaking country for a year and three…
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The French Love for Gossip
Gossip is interesting. It brings people together but also destroys the solidity of friendships. It is tea, sometimes served to keep the cold away, and other times served with malice. Gossip is culture,…
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How I Survived Drowning in Chaos and Found My Peace
I’m sitting by the window, watching the sunset. The mountains and fields are blanketed in snow, and for the first time in a long while, I feel contented. On the month of October…
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The truth about Life abroad: Is it worth it?
The idea of living in Switzerland, France, or the UK is a dream embraced by many. In Kenya, a life abroad almost automatically elevates your social standing, people view it as a mark…
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From Geneva’s Luxury to France’s Modesty to Comoros’ Fight for Change
I saw her a couple of times, Kiki, and only knew her as the femme de ménage (cleaning lady). Little did I know about the other life she had lived as an activist…
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Living Abroad: A Sibling’s Perspective on Missing Out on Family
Chronicles of living abroad part, I can’t even number them anymore. During a video call with my siblings, I had a glance at my nephew and almost mistook him for my younger brother…
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Coping with Loss: Can one ever find Healing?
Everyone noticed Hillary. He was funny, charming, and his presence spoke volumes even in silence. He could easily join any conversation and always had a story to share about anything and everything. I…
