Then and Now: Lessons Learned With Culture Shock + Little Lemonies
We just re-entered our host country a few weeks ago after a year-long home assignment (our longest one in almost 9 years). I knew there would be some culture...
Author: Ashley Felder
Tips for Traveling With Kids
Travel season is upon us! You may have already gone back to your home country, as many workers do over the summer, but maybe you can use these tips...
How to Vacation Without Feeling Guilty + Crunchy Cinnamon Toast {The Grove: Vacation}
Every year, our former org has a conference in Thailand (as many do). Because it was also a long national holiday in our host country, we would often add...
The Revolving Door of Hello + Simple Apple Tart {The Grove: Hello}
I distinctly remember walking into each of our four new homes, fresh off of a 24-hour journey. One was bigger than expected. One was so white (freshly painted...
Give and Take + Curry Chicken Salad
Our first 3 years on the field were the worst years of our marriage. We had only been married 3.5 years when we left for the field, a 1-year-old...
Releasing Guilt From Failed Expectations
“What do your kids do over there?” “Oh, they're home schooled. So what activities are they involved in?”...
Prayer Confessions + Sweet and Tangy Chicken Thighs
I have a confession to make. An embarrassing one. I stink at praying. Not the kind where I'm gathered...
From the Mouths of Little TCKs + Two-Ingredient Pancakes {The Grove: Children}
I was hesitant to sign up for this week because my kids are young (9, 7, and 4) and I didn't know what they could bring to the...
A Communal Health Journey + Healthy Rice Bowls
The calendar just turned over a new year, which means copious amounts of news and media stories are focused on getting healthy. Fad diets, gym membership deals, and the...
If You Say Go + Sweet Potato Sausage Casserole
Since being on Home Assignment the past few months, I've heard comments like, “Oh, I'm so glad you went because I just couldn't!” Several times people have disclosed their fears...
