Living in a developing country definitely has its unique challenges, many of which I’ve written about before. However, the one prevailing complication throughout my entire time living in Grenada has been banking. I pay my bills in two different currencies, and I pay all of my bills in cold hard cash! For example: Rent: U.S. […]
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Let’s set the scene: You’re at dinner with a group of people. Some you know well. Others you’re just meeting for the first time. The conversation is initially normal and friendly, covering topics like work, hobbies, and kids. Inevitably, one gentleman can’t help but bring down the party by flashing his wealth. For example, when […]
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There’s been a lot of chitter-chatter about kids in my house lately. We don’t have any yet, but as we get nearer and nearer to moving back to the United States (after almost 3 years abroad) my baby fever is alive and well. Seriously, hold me back, people. My husband and I have had a […]
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It’s hard to believe that two years ago, I boarded a plane and moved 3,000 miles to a small Caribbean island called Grenada. It was a gusty decision, a leap of faith, and it’s turned out to be the experience of a lifetime. As you can imagine, jumping into a Caribbean culture can be a […]
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Today we welcome our first ever staff writer to the team, Catherine Alford! Hope you enjoy her post about five things she will actually splurge on. I would have to say I definitely have a few “splurge” items that overlap with hers. -DC There aren’t too many things in this world that can make me […]
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