Halloween at CIC
Halloween is a huge event at international schools in Venezuela, or at least the two that I’ve worked at! The school let us dress out or uniform in […]
Category Archives: Expat
Charity Road Race at CIC Valencia
Last Saturday my school had one of my favorite school events ever: Charity Road Race! For this event staff, students, parents, and other community members are invited to participate in […]
That Time of Year
Last week my school sent out an email about our intent to return next year. Normally we call this a “Letter of Intent”, but this year it was a simple form […]
The White Screen of Death
I am typing this post on my phone in the WordPress app so please forgive any spelling errors. My MacBook Pro died on Sunday! Thankfully I had previously written […]
I Paid Off One of My Student Loans!
I actually paid my student loan off over a month ago. I keep waiting to get a card in the mail or at least an e-card congratulating me… but it […]
A Trip to the Orthodontist in Venezuela
Four policeman on motorcycles zoomed past my taxi, just barely squeezing in front of us. We slowed down as we noticed the large crowd and several more police officers gathered around […]
Wishful Wednesday: Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools
Not too long ago someone left a comment on my blog suggesting that I think about working at the Saudi Aramco Expatriate Schools (SAES). If you have been an international teacher […]
Hacienda Santa Teresa
Venezuela is not currently known as a touristic travel destination, but there are a few things you should do if you visit. After you do the must sees like Angel […]
Citrus- My New Favorite Restaurant in Valencia
I wrote my guide to the best stuff in Valencia not too long ago, but I wrote it before I had ever visited Citrus. I know that a handful of […]
Be Careful of Popcorn
This is a cautionary tale my friends. I think I might also share it with my students. There once was a lady who lived in a land far away. This […]
Teaching Wanderlust 