10 Things We Wish We Knew Before Moving to the USA: 2.5 Years Later
After 2.5 years in Texas, we’re sharing the 10 honest lessons we wish we’d known before moving to the USA and starting life abroad.
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Making Friends Abroad: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
When we moved to Houston, I expected to miss family and friends. What I didn’t expect was that making friends abroad and building a community would be an ongoing process as people come and go, friendships evolve, and life keeps changing.
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Two Jobs, Two Kids, One Expat Life: How We Make It Work in Houston
A real look into our life as working expats in Houston, balancing two careers, young kids and everything in between. Not perfect, but something we are building as we go.
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Daycare in the Netherlands vs USA: 8 Key Differences Every Parent Should Know
Moving from the Netherlands to the United States with kids comes with many adjustments but daycare might be one of the biggest surprises.
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Why we didn’t go big in Texas
Moving to Texas often means big houses but we chose apartment living. Here’s why our expat family prioritizes location, simplicity, and lifestyle over space.
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10 Culture Shocks I Experienced as a Dutch Person Living in America
What surprised me most after moving from the Netherlands to the US? A Dutch perspective on tipping culture, healthcare, drive-thrus and American life.
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Solo Parenting While Working Full-Time
Balancing solo parenting and a full-time job? Here’s my experience raising two kids in the U.S. without…
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Birthday Traditions: USA vs Netherlands
How does a child’s 4th birthday differ in the USA vs the Netherlands? A Dutch mom in Houston shares the cultural differences in school treats, parties, and traditions.
