I begin this post by saying I love living in England, so take what I say lightheartedly. I still enjoy my seventy minute walk from home to work, fawning over the beautiful Bath architecture and picturesque countryside. I just remember what it was like being stateside and wish I was here and now…here I am.... Read More »

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There are so many terms and labels floating around out there define different categories of people who are living abroad.  As an expat, a former military kid and wife, and a third culture kid, I understand the need to be defined in today’s world.  So when citizenM hotels contacted me about a project on defining ‘what it... Read More »

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“A Third Culture Kid (TCK) is a person who has spent a significant part of his or her developmental years outside the parents’ culture. The TCK frequently builds relationships to all of the cultures, while not having full ownership in any.  Although elements from each culture may be assimilated into the TCK’s life experience, the sense of belonging is... Read More »

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The reason I love blogging most is being able to connect with people who share similar nomadic stories and share the wanderlust for life. I am on the look out fellow expats, third culture kids, and travelers for a new upcoming blog series on A Compass Rose. I want to hear your stories. I want... Read More »

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You know what a challenge coin is and might even have one. The challenge coins go back in history to World War I and have since been given to prove membership when challenged.  They are collected by servicemen and women and are traded among active duty, retired, and civilians within government agencies.   have been give a few... Read More »

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You grew up with only one channel…AFN. AFN, which stands for Armed Forces Network, was what I had for television during my years of growing up on military bases in Europe through out my childhood.  I believe now AFN has a few different stations but for my time as a military brat I had one... Read More »

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Time for our next Travel Throwback and today I share with you a photograph taken about thirty miles from where I live now, almost thirty years ago.  How wonderful to see that in all the mobility and travels in the last thirty one years I can return to the same areas from my past.  For... Read More »

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