PROFILE: Amy Sia, Expat Pattern Designer at Surtex
Amy Sia is an Australian-born, London-based pattern designer. She sells her dreamy yet colorful designs through her own line of products,…
celebrating Mother’s Day in a country other than your passport country
Mother’s Day is celebrated in 40 countries around the world. In every country, this day is celebrated solely for the…
The Expat Diaries Part III: Repatriation in Texas
In my last articles I talked about my mothers experience as a new expat in Malaysia and her struggles with…
Festivals around the world: Diwali
Every year, during the fall, an ancient Hindu festival called “Diwali” is celebrated. Diwali is also commonly known as “Deepavali”…
From Wurzburg to Redwood City- Where Do I Belong?
My first big move “Mom, when are we going home?” My older sister asked a few days after our birthday…
Humans of New York: A daily glimpse inside a stranger’s life
There are hundreds of websites that have grown into viral sensations over the years, but none with the same unique…