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EXPAT: Why Turkey? Why Izmir? Our 5 Reasons!

August 3, 2021August 3, 20212021, EXPAT, EXPAT MOVING, TURKEY Catie

In our ‘Learn About Us’ section, we briefly share about our family, vision, and journey to this point. Even a little bit about why Turkey is special to us.  Even more specifically Izmir, Turkey.  In a recent little videos series on our YouTube channel called ‘Meet the Funks’, I shared about who we are and […]

10 Best Expats to Follow in Turkey!

March 4, 2021March 16, 20222021, EXPAT, TURKEY Catie

Back when I lived in Turkey the first time (2008-2010) blogs were just becoming a thing. I even had one… that I didn’t do much with… and I can’t tell you whatever happened to it! Fast forward to 2021, there have been tons of blogs come and go about Turkey. I find that bloggers tell […]

EXPAT: 5 ways to document your expat adventures

December 8, 2020December 8, 20202017, 2020, EXPAT, EXPAT LIFE, EXPAT YEARS, TRAVEL WRITING, WRITING Catie

Note: This article was first featured over at Expat Magazine at Expat.com titled “5 Ways to Document Your Expat Adventures.” – You can see all my published works on my portfolio page. Quick Foreword: If you haven’t figured it out by now, I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I LOVE talking about expat […]

GOING HOME SERIES: 7 self-care tips and why it is important for expats returning home

December 14, 2017December 4, 20172017, EXPAT, EXPAT GOING HOME, FAMILY Catie

With all your de-stressing, prepping for your travels, and organizing your responses and expectations for your expat return ‘home’, you should feel completely ready to go home now! Just one last article left and may be the most important one. Which brings me to my last post of the GOING HOME SERIES, 7 ways to schedule […]

GOING HOME SERIES: 5 expectations to explore before expats return home

November 30, 20172017, EXPAT, EXPAT GOING HOME Catie

“How was your trip over there?” a sweet but not close friend asked me. It was the fall of 2009, and I had just finished my two-week visit back to the states. Little did she know that for the 100th time, she asked me the same questions everyone else had. Even harder still, she had […]

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Today was youth and sport day and Sofia didn’t have school. So naturally, we spend our day at the beach. Jason switched his work day to Saturday this week-thanks @jasoninturkey ! Sofia has 2 ice creams and I took literally these 3 photos. After 3 weeks at home it was amazing to get out and be with friends by the sea.
Mutlu Bayramlar herkese! And happy 2.5 years to Sofia! Ramazan is coming to a close here with this weekend bayram or celebration! Unfortunately we are still on lockdown through Monday. It’s also why I have been MIA. But we are almost done!!! The weather is warming up, the sun is out, and family comes in 2 weeks! We are ready for a bit of freedom!!!
Happy Mother’s Day! For the child that didn’t come from my body, but was born in my heart years before you became ours. Thank you for making me a mama. Thank you to the women who trusted us with you to raise. Thank you to my momma for teaching and loving me! And thank you to all the women in our lives with and without kids who are also mothering mentors to us. What many joyful and hard moments and thoughts I have stored away that I will always treasure.
SHARING A COUPLE OF HONEST THINGS HERE:
Every bit of Turkey and its food revolves around seasons and events. Ramazan is no different! Here in Turkey, there is a special bread made only during the Ramazan, the 30 days of fasting. It is a must have when attending Iftar with locals or even if you aren't fasting, it's worth a try.
Last day out was a success. Sofia’s school played outside all morning! And after we rested, she went out again. Jason surprised her with a balloon and we got a scoop of ice cream. Hopefully tomorrow she won’t asked to do all of these things again 🤪😆. Now we start the countdown: 18 (edited from 17) days till freedom. (Sorry your eyes are closed @jasoninturkey )
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