The Ups and Downs of Getting Lost in Florence
It’s been exactly one week since the tiny Lufthansa jet touched down in Florence, Italy, and it already feels as though these confusing cobblestone streets have housed me for years.…
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Condos Offer the Best of Both Worlds – Private Property within a Secure Complex
Condos Offer the Best of Both Worlds – Private Property within a Secure Complex While the idea of a condo may bring lavish lifestyles and expensive tastes to mind, the…
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The Value of Growing Up Abroad
The feeling of anxiety that arises in me when someone asks the question, “Where are you from?” is one that I wouldn’t trade for anything in the world. In short,…
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My Favorite 5 things to do in Prague
5. Prague Castle View from Petrin Hill The complex of buildings that make up Prague Castle sits on a hill overlooking the city. The castle’s historical richness can be seen…
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The Problem With The Cultural Iceberg Metaphor
The Problem With The Cultural Iceberg Metaphor For many years the “iceberg” metaphor has permeated cultural studies. The core of the idea is that for each distinct culture, there are…
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How the IRS Tracks You
If you have a tax debt, the IRS will track you down. This article talks about how the IRS tracks you and what you might do to maintain some privacy.…
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The IRS Data Collection Machine
Much like the NSA, the IRS data collection machine is building a file on all Americans. It’s online now and will be ready to use in all audits within one…
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10 Investments You Should Never Make Based on Emotion
When your home country has exhausted all of its delightful advantages, it’s a good time to consider moving abroad. While transitioning to a new country requires a lot of effort…
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Life’s a Mirage at the Taj: the Travels and Trials of a White Girl in India, Part 2
Three hours after we settled our tab at the cigar bar, my phone alarm jolted us awake into a shallow state of consciousness. My green eyes glowed radioactively against the…
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San Carlos, Sonora – Livin’ Laid Back!
San Carlos, Sonora – Livin’ Laid Back! There are plenty of beautiful beachfront resorts in Mexico… so why consider visiting us in San Carlos? Why is this destination different than…
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