I already wrote about food that many Americans believe is German but really isn’t (like German chocolate cake). When Marco read that post he said I need to tell you guys about …Read the Rest
Expat Life
Supposedly German…
Just like French fries aren’t really French (they are Belgian), there are things that are called “German” when they really are not from Germany. The best example? German chocolate cake. …Read the Rest
Halloween – One of My Favorite Holidays in the US
Halloween is definitely one of my favorite holidays in the US. Dressing up in costumes, eating candy, getting together with friends, having delicious wine & food, … What’s not to like?! This …Read the Rest
How Language Changes Your Personality…
…. or at least other people’s impressions of your personality. I think a lot of my German or English-speaking friends would describe me as at least somewhat outgoing and talkative. However, …Read the Rest
Back in the Lone Star State
… and we are back. The vacation in Germany and Egypt just flew by and yesterday we arrived back home in Texas. We had a great time visiting friends and …Read the Rest
Home Is… Where?
Marco and I just moved! Same city in Texas, just a few blocks away from our old place, but we now have a yard and a garage and generally more …Read the Rest
Health Insurance…
… is such a difficult topic. I am lucky that I have a job with an employer that offers health insurance… one of the benefits I really value! But with …Read the Rest
The American Dream – For Members Only
In German we have an expression that is used a lot when talking about the American Dream: “vom Tellerwaescher zum Millionaer.” It is used in place of the English “from …Read the Rest
Happy Birthday, Marco!
Today is Marco’s birthday, so first things first: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY LOVE! We started celebrating this morning with German applecake (homemade – I have to pat myself on the back …Read the Rest
Expat Life: Public Holidays in Other Countries
Living in a foreign country means celebrating holidays other than your own. Unless you live in a community of expats from your home country you’re gonna miss out on celebrations …Read the Rest
