Innumerable destinations and wonders speckle the map, with beauties such as The Taj Mahal, Big Ben and the Sydney Opera House. While amazing and oftentimes moving, I don’t travel for the photos, but to experience something I can’t find at home: the culture, the people and the Place. That’s why I love Saumur, because the French … Continue reading Chateau de Saumur: history class revisited
Before I left home, everyone I spoke to gave me advice. Even though none of them have moved off the continent before, I appreciate their eagerness to contribute and value (most) their insights. Two pieces of advice (other than “call your mother”) were given so often, I’ll now refer to them as “The Golden Rules of Living Abroad: Written … Continue reading The Golden Rules of Living Abroad: Written by People Who Haven’t Done it
There are varying arguments discussing the future of one’s life before death. The Islamics call it Qadar and Buddhists believe in destiny. Pantheists blame the universe, while Christians believe it’s God’s Divine Plan. Others think it’s fate. Whatever you’ve chosen to believe (and I hope it was a methodical decision), mine was realized. While packing up for my … Continue reading My lunch break changed my life: I moved to Saumur
Bonjour Brooke 