I never did get to sending around a Christmas card while we lived abroad. Let's get real. In the past 7 years of my marriage I think I sent out one and it was the year we got married. But my lame excuse is my blog. And whether you're a friend, family member, or casual reader, this letter is to you. Dear Everyone, Merry last Christmas and Happy New Year from Germany. Next year I move ... Read the Post
2018 Digital Christmas Card & Link Up Announcement
Why We’re Moving Back to America
Every time I tell someone I'm moving back to America from Germany I feel myself having to quickly explain and defend my decision. Most people seem surprised, as if my plan to move abroad has faltered. As if I've failed my life in Germany and am moving home defeated. But this can't be farther from the truth. I want to move back home. In fact, it's all part of the plan. Of course, I'm a ball of ... Read the Post
How to Get to Tomorrowland 2019
Tomorrowland is not just a music festival. It's a feeling. It's a movement. It's right up there with my wedding day. Tomorrowland is without question the best music festival in the world. But getting a ticket to the festival is more than difficult. Tomorrowland 2019 tickets will sell out in mere minutes. I've been lucky enough to go to the festival 4 times, so I want to share with you how to score ... Read the Post
My Last Christmas Abroad
I've hated change my entire life. I've always felt that certain things should be a particular way. And I feel especially strongly about that sentiment at Christmas. My family has very specific traditions that are carried out from year to year. Such as the 200+ person annual family Christmas party. Or light looking on Christmas Eve with ice cream. Or watching Scrooge after pancakes and French Toast ... Read the Post
Weekend Italian Getaway to Milan and Lake Como
A fashion capital with an iconic church juxtaposes perfectly with the laid-back and sleepy charm of the lake. Conveniently just one hour from each other, Milan and Lake Como make for the perfect weekend escape. You can easily see each city in a day or two, making this itinerary easy to plan when you have a few days off. This weekend Italian getaway to Milan and Lake Como is a good way to ... Read the Post
Complete 10 Day Road Trip Guide to Iceland
I gripped tight the arm rest of the passenger seat as we slowly curved around the icy roads of a mountain pass. “Do we really need to see this waterfall?” I asked timidly. Michael answered, “Relax! We’re almost there.” We turned a corner and I saw a stunning waterfall in all it's glory, with a small rainbow peeking over the top. It was definitely worth the scare. Iceland is well worth the ... Read the Post
