It is always weird being in a foreign country when your country is having a holiday. This July 4th I believe was exceptionally strange because the day before I had to say goodbye to 3 of my good friends. And my best friend is back home at the moment. To me this was an excuse … Continue reading »
I always used to be one of those au pairs that said I was so fortunate because I had an incredible family. And I meant it. I really did enjoy my family and legitimately liked spending time with them. S and I became good friends and even my friends thought it was strange how much … Continue reading »
Today, early this morning, my door bell rang. It was the post and they had a package for me! My wonderful mother had sent me yet another one of her fabulous care packages. This one was my Easter present. While opening my box filled with goodies and a few new outfits, I realized that how … Continue reading »
I have been so focused on the chaos and uncertainty in my life that I forgot one fact that is certain. I am officially done with being an au pair on April 30th. I am quite excited to get a normal life back. Honestly, being a full-time mommy at the age of 22 to kids … Continue reading »
I am very embarrassed to admit. Things have gotten petty. I am not one to usually take part in these sort of things. But I am also stubborn. Keep that in mind. Let me give some background info before I describe the battle. Au pairs have weekends off… well if they are lucky. We survive … Continue reading »
I remember being a kid and I hated when adults would try and tell me what it was like when they were kids. I hate that even now. Honestly, I do not think much changes beside the person’s perspective. That being said. I can proudly say that when I was 8 years old I could … Continue reading »
