There is a fine line we walk when it comes to being both friendly and confident with food allergies. We need people to listen and be respectful, but we want people to hear our needs and understand what we are saying. We also don’t want to come across in a […]
The Beginning of Life Abroad My first night in Italy was overwhelming. Not only had I just met all of these new people but I was exhausted from traveling and didn’t even know where I was, as I followed a group of other teachers to a welcome dinner. On our […]
The first time I lived abroad I found it challenging, but I realize now that it was an important first step. I lived in Australia, where they speak English (well, Aussie English…ha). I could order food and understand ingredients, yet there were still many obstacles. Almost everything packaged was labeled […]
As I start to get ready to move abroad at the end of August, I realize there are details I must figure out as well as some concerns I have. The first step I have already taken is starting to learn Italian. I am working with an Italian tutor as […]
