Five things to do before getting injured abroad

On December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 By NataskiaIn Expats, HealingLeave a comment

I should have learned my lesson when I fell ill in China, but it took a SECOND incident in South Korea before I started compiling and applying these FIVE tips for healthcare when travelling abroad

(A)Musing Monday

On November 9, 2020 By NataskiaIn (A)Musing MondaysLeave a comment

China has about it all the buzz that you want - innovation, good food, potential. But what if this buzz comes with a downside?

An expat in times of COVID – emotions x10?

On November 4, 2020November 4, 2020 By NataskiaIn Adjusting, Expats, HealingLeave a comment

This year has been tough for many. And if you are a foreigner living in a different country it comes with its own obstacles. How many of them have you encountered?

Wife of….wait! Stop! I have a my own identity!

On October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 By NataskiaIn Adjusting, ExpatsLeave a comment

I was sitting down at a café and getting to know some new mums at a coffee morning. The conversation started off with the usual questions – where are you from, how long have you lived here etc. and as the conversation continued, the inevitable one was asked – “what does *your* husband do?