How To Make Connections When You feel like an Outsider
Even after four years in this city, I still feel like an outsider sometimes. I’m learning how to make connections […]
Thriving Abroad
Thriving Abroad is the dream. It’s why we relocated abroad in the first place, right? But to truly thrive in your new home takes more than just luck. You’re going to need patience, time and a whole lot of perseverance.
Use this collection of posts to get you out of survival mode and into thriving mode.
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Who am I?
Hi! I’m Tara. An expat Mum, Social Worker and elder emo, here and ready to help you plan your relocation to Germany.
Australian Citizenship by Descent: What you need to know
When I gave birth to my second daughter in Germany, I was determined that she too would be an Australian
What you need to know about Driving in Germany
Are you dreaming about speeding down the Autobahn in Germany, but unsure if you’re even allowed to drive here? I
The Cheat Sheet you Need to Shop Secondhand in Germany
There’s nothing like the thrill of shopping secondhand and finding a unique treasure. From a vintage dress to a retro
5 Unexpected Challenges of Raising Bilingual Children (& How to Handle Them)
Updated by Tara on October 17, 2025 Parenting is rough. Anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. But raising your
Why living abroad sucks (and how to overcome it)
Living abroad is the worst. It’s not fun. It’s not glamorous and it is most definitely not always Instagrammable. But