It’s been a long time since I felt the need to be part of the “in” group. As a natural people-pleaser, I appreciate how the craving for… Read more “The Ones Who Don’t Fit Anywhere”
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7 Unforgettable Memories from Living Overseas
Sometimes living in Ukraine isn’t all that different from being in the States. We’re not a third world country over here. At the same time, I realize… Read more “7 Unforgettable Memories from Living Overseas”
Tips for Third Culture Kids Going “Home”
This week I had a piece published on A Life Overseas: The Missions Conversation. I wrote about my experience as a third culture kid returning to the… Read more “Tips for Third Culture Kids Going “Home””
When an Expat Returns “Home”
Out of place. Emotionally unstable. Awkward. Overwhelmed. These are all common experiences of expats who “go back home.” In other words, they return to live in the… Read more “When an Expat Returns “Home””
When in doubt, throw it out!
I’m a missionary and former missionary kid. My parents, siblings, and all our kids live in three different countries. We were all Stateside this summer for the… Read more “When in doubt, throw it out!”
Re-Entering Earth’s Atmosphere…Or Just America
Do you remember those awkward pre-teen years? Remember feeling like you were always a little uncertain about how to act or what to say? Do you remember… Read more “Re-Entering Earth’s Atmosphere…Or Just America”
