YES!!!!!!! to your big move. I can't wait to read all about how it went. So happy you are doing it. And you inspire me to do it too - I have moved abroad by myself and with my husband many times but my next move will be with a toddler (as I am currently pregnant) which is a whole new level of terrifying. But you're showing me that it's possible!!!!
Ahhh so exciting!! Congratulations. There will be a lot to figure out, but a move with a little one will make it more magical in my opinion. ✨ Do you know where you and your family will be moving to?
Nice! I’ve never been to Finland, but it looks beautiful. I’m curious what made you choose it? And thank you. Agree that each country has its ups and downs.
Number of heavy metal bands per capita, plus its reputation as being a very safe place. I was originally an Au Pair, but I liked the nature and quiet, so I ended up staying. How about you?
Ok I love how one of your criteria was number of heavy metal bands per capita. That is so cool.
I’m mainly looking for a place where I have easy access to both city and nature, plus a place where I can build a strong community like I had in Rome. I had a harder time finding that in Playa del Carmen, for example.
That's awesome, I hope it works out as intended! I hate to admit that finding community in Finland was never very easy and only really started when I made friends with other non-Finns 🫣
EEEEEEEK!!!!!!!! Your courage and beautiful energy is radiating off the page, GO YOU!!! 😍 And you're a single momma... WHAT'S MY EXCUSE?!?!? 😭 I WANT TO MOVE ABROAD, TOO! Thank you for stretching my imagination for what's possible. 🫶
Ahhh please let me know if & when you make it to Italy!! I am not sure where exactly I will be based at that time (still figuring so many things out) but am in the Milan area with family for now. Rome has my heart, though!
Awwww thank you, Megan. That means a lot 🥲😭 I went down a rabbit hole during a jet lag moment the other day (and there have been many) and saw you went to Ireland last year!? SO amazing you did that for yourself! Where to next...
🤗🤗🤗 I can only imagine all the jet lag and feels right now!!! And YES! Loooooove Ireland!! And, my goal is to either visit the UK this year OR— my friend and I have been talking about going to ITALY this fall!!! How serendipitous your post is feeling right now! ✨ What part of Italy did you move to?!
Magnifica Italia! I’m so jealous right now. I spent part of my childhood in Northern Italy and have gone back many times since. Now that my kids have grown I’m dreaming of going back to live there again. What? Did I just say that? 😆 or maybe I just want to travel all over Italy because it’s so damn gorgeous no matter where you go. Can’t wait to hear more from your travels. Enjoy every minute. 🩵
Grazie, Grace! I also have a deep connection to Italy. I love it here so much. You should DEFINITELY consider coming back, for travels or otherwise!! :)
So excited for you guys. Treasure and embrace the excitement, this is such a thrilling time. I wish you all the best with your move, and look forward to reading more about your first few weeks in your new home! Rooting for you!
Omg this is so exciting!! Ordering your coffee in Italian while flirting with a hot Italian barista sounds better than therapy tbh! This will be great, can’t wait to read more about your new chapter hehe ❤️
YES!!!!!!! to your big move. I can't wait to read all about how it went. So happy you are doing it. And you inspire me to do it too - I have moved abroad by myself and with my husband many times but my next move will be with a toddler (as I am currently pregnant) which is a whole new level of terrifying. But you're showing me that it's possible!!!!
Ahhh so exciting!! Congratulations. There will be a lot to figure out, but a move with a little one will make it more magical in my opinion. ✨ Do you know where you and your family will be moving to?
Yes, we are planning to move to Portugal, just outside of Porto!
How exciting!! I’ve never been but have heard wonderful things. Can’t wait to see how it goes for you
I will definitely report back!
Welcome to Italy! I hope you and Luna are settling in all right.
Thank you so much! It has been an adjustment so far to say the least 😅
I've been in Finland for over 15 years now. It has its ups and downs, the same as any place. I hope you can make it work for you! Best of luck!
Nice! I’ve never been to Finland, but it looks beautiful. I’m curious what made you choose it? And thank you. Agree that each country has its ups and downs.
Number of heavy metal bands per capita, plus its reputation as being a very safe place. I was originally an Au Pair, but I liked the nature and quiet, so I ended up staying. How about you?
Ok I love how one of your criteria was number of heavy metal bands per capita. That is so cool.
I’m mainly looking for a place where I have easy access to both city and nature, plus a place where I can build a strong community like I had in Rome. I had a harder time finding that in Playa del Carmen, for example.
That's awesome, I hope it works out as intended! I hate to admit that finding community in Finland was never very easy and only really started when I made friends with other non-Finns 🫣
Some of my best friends have been fellow expats so I get it. No judgment here!
Finnish culture is deeply antisocial, sadly
EEEEEEEK!!!!!!!! Your courage and beautiful energy is radiating off the page, GO YOU!!! 😍 And you're a single momma... WHAT'S MY EXCUSE?!?!? 😭 I WANT TO MOVE ABROAD, TOO! Thank you for stretching my imagination for what's possible. 🫶
Ahhh please let me know if & when you make it to Italy!! I am not sure where exactly I will be based at that time (still figuring so many things out) but am in the Milan area with family for now. Rome has my heart, though!
I will definitely let you know!! 💕 Eeeek, so exciting and I’m sure a lot all at once! I definitely want to visit Rome 🙏
Awwww thank you, Megan. That means a lot 🥲😭 I went down a rabbit hole during a jet lag moment the other day (and there have been many) and saw you went to Ireland last year!? SO amazing you did that for yourself! Where to next...
🤗🤗🤗 I can only imagine all the jet lag and feels right now!!! And YES! Loooooove Ireland!! And, my goal is to either visit the UK this year OR— my friend and I have been talking about going to ITALY this fall!!! How serendipitous your post is feeling right now! ✨ What part of Italy did you move to?!
Magnifica Italia! I’m so jealous right now. I spent part of my childhood in Northern Italy and have gone back many times since. Now that my kids have grown I’m dreaming of going back to live there again. What? Did I just say that? 😆 or maybe I just want to travel all over Italy because it’s so damn gorgeous no matter where you go. Can’t wait to hear more from your travels. Enjoy every minute. 🩵
Grazie, Grace! I also have a deep connection to Italy. I love it here so much. You should DEFINITELY consider coming back, for travels or otherwise!! :)
I am so excited for you!! I can’t wait to follow along your journey … it might inspire me to do the same!
Eeek thank you! And that would be amazing! Italy is waiting for you...🙌
Benvenuta 🤗
Grazieeeee😍
So excited for you guys. Treasure and embrace the excitement, this is such a thrilling time. I wish you all the best with your move, and look forward to reading more about your first few weeks in your new home! Rooting for you!
Thank you so much, Kaila! I see you’re moving to Valencia? That’s on our list of places to check out. I look forward to hearing all about it!
I sure am!! I went for a reccy trip in October and fell head over heels in love with it! Not far from Italy either.
Omg this is so exciting!! Ordering your coffee in Italian while flirting with a hot Italian barista sounds better than therapy tbh! This will be great, can’t wait to read more about your new chapter hehe ❤️
Haha that is actually how I met my first Italian “boyfriend“ the last time I was living there! ☕️
Enjoy Italy!
Grazie :) Thank you so much!
I have a feeling this is getting you very close to your new HOME! I will miss you so much! But also happy we have MP and I'll see you in Italy in may!
Same friend! It’s kind of a crazy thought. So so grateful for technology to keep us super connected. See you in May!
Good luck to your next chapter xx
Thank you so much 🥹
So exciting!!