My back hit the cement with a sickening thud, and tears instantly filled my eyes. My arms and legs sprawled around me, and I took mental stock of… Read more “Raising Missionary Kids”
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The Ones Who Don’t Fit Anywhere
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”
Eight Benefits of Growing Up Cross-Culturally
I was twelve. An American pre-teen recently transported from my Indiana comfort zone to a village in Ukraine. In 1995, my first impressions of the village were… Read more “Eight Benefits of Growing Up Cross-Culturally”
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 a Third Culture Kid Goes “Home”
I had the honor of publishing a piece today on A Life Overseas: The Missions Conversation. Check it out! When a Third Culture Kid Goes “Home” Out… Read more “When a Third Culture Kid Goes “Home””
Seven Practices for Well-Adjusted Third Culture Kids
I read an article recently about parenting habits for raising well-adjusted kids. Practices like early bedtimes, stable routines, and setting boundaries. I agreed with all of it… Read more “Seven Practices for Well-Adjusted Third Culture Kids”
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””
