Those of you that have experienced living abroad, does it not feel very exciting and liberating at first? However, this is just the first stage of rush of emotions and thoughts you will experience. You see, adapting in another country is in fact pretty much like a relationship.
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Make Yourself Count!
I will never forget the worst date that I have ever had. It happened here in Brazil and it served as a lesson to remember that it is up to me to position myself and make sure my limits and I are respected.
Confessions from a Home Office
There are still many people that have never tried it yet tend to think that working from home office is slacking off and others that say they could never do it themselves, as they would be too attracted to the fridge or the television.
In my experience, none of that is true. Here is a list of the good, the bad and the neutral I have experienced when working from a home office so far.
One of My Toughest Experiences in Brazil So Far
Today I have decided to share with you one of the toughest experience I have had while living here in Brazil.
The Secret to Enjoying Life in São Paulo
Whether moving to a big city as a newcomer or returning to the concrete jungle after vacations, the contrast between the relaxing settings you might have been experiencing before and the reality of the mega city can be challenging.
Two Countries to Call Home
After weeks full of celebrations in Estonia, I am back in Brazil and wondering more than ever about the marvelous ways life rolls out in front of us.
The Big Paradox of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro or Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City), as the locals call it, might be one of the most naturally beautiful cities you will ever see. Nevertheless, everything in life that seems too good to be true usually is.
A Whole Lot of Adopted Love
Today, exactly one year ago Amora came to our life. We adopted her from the house of a Crazy Animal Lady that had accumulated 150 animals in her modest home.
Four Lessons of Flexibility Brazil Has Taught Me
Brazil is all about flexibility, which is why living here has taught me valuable lessons on how to bend but not break.
A Day in Brazilian Countryside – Part 2
Read on to find out what happens on a Brazilian farm when siesta is over and it is right about time for adventure again.
A Day in Brazilian Countryside – Part I
There is one very special place outside the city of São Paulo in the countryside, where my husband and I love to escape. It is the perfect spot to plug off and spend quality time outdoors.
How to Dance to the Rhythm of São Paulo?
The hustle and bustle of São Paulo can be exciting as well as exhausting for a small-town girl like me. If you live in a metropolis such as São Paulo, it is of utmost necessity to get out every once in a while.