by HF | Dec 10, 2010 | Daily life, Expat issues
Most would imagine that being the partner of a professional athlete would be quite glamorous. Some imagine it as a life full of designer handbags, contract bonuses, nannies, and lots and lots of leisure time. But as the fiancée of a professional hockey player here in...
by Sarah Fürstenberger | Nov 23, 2010 | Daily life, Expat issues, German language, learning German
We have been in Ireland for about three months now, and every time I speak to my closest German friend, I notice words slipping away. I was “home” this weekend, so I am feeling better about that again, but it is amazing how quickly it happens. When we...
by Sarah Fürstenberger | Oct 19, 2010 | Daily life, Expat issues, Red tape and bureaucracy
Being in Ireland for the past couple of months has of course given me a new perspective about Germany and its many benefits. Every expat in Germany has some painful dealings with bureaucracy and at least one or two stories to tell that make others cringe and nod in...
by Jane | Oct 11, 2010 | Expat issues, German language, German vocabulary, History and culture, learning German
Slowly, we’ve found ourselves integrating into our non-German lives here in America. Instead of hearing the phantom ring of our default Siemens ring tone melody, I’ve gotten attuned to hearing our Uniden telephone gently playing the Star Spangled Banner....
by Sarah Fürstenberger | Sep 20, 2010 | Daily life, Expat issues, Work and employment matters
I have just completed my first work week in Ireland, after working in Germany for most of my adult life. My most recent stint was at a large German company that was known for being relaxed and friendly, two qualities that are not always associated with other sorts of...
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