The makings of a US Citizen in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
I never in a million years thought that I would have to make an appointment with a US Embassy overseas, and in Malaysia no less, in order to get my daughter US citizenship. But yet, here we are….
We joyfully welcomed our first child, a daughter we named Ava Dawn, on July 16, 2013 at […]
Ava’s Birth Story at Pantai Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
Well, no matter how you plan or what you do, that baby growing inside of you has a mind of its own! They want to arrive when they want to arrive and let me tell you…..my girl Ava has got some spunk in her!! I’ve always wanted to “control” my own life….even after becoming a […]
Trust & Faith: Two Peas in a Pod!
Recently I was given a true story expat book to read (which was outstanding) and that, along with the recent almost-Father’s Day for my hubby as well as some “expat challenges” my husband and I have recently experienced as a couple, gave me pause and I just want to share:
I am so […]
The Expat Life, year #2- settling in for the long haul
I honestly cannot believe its been 15 months already that we have lived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Time sure does fly by when you are having fun….and living in a foreign country….and traveling a ton….and meeting new people…..and expecting your first baby……and the list goes on, and on, and on- you get the […]
Safety Tips- Kuala Lumpur & around the globe!
Kuala Lumpur is like many big cities around the world- there are some dangers to be aware of. The most common form of crime here in KL is purse snatching, car theft, and home theft. Its never too late to be more prepared and recently I attending a Self-Defense class hosted by the American […]
My “Maternity Must-Haves”!
34 weeks pregnant into my first pregnancy and wow, what a whirlwind! I’m on information overload, not to mention experiencing all the craziness of emotional & physical changes. The entire 9 months is truly such a blessing and I cannot wait to meet our little girl here soon…only 6 more weeks to go!!
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The month of May has always held a special place in my heart. Sure it’s the month I was born, which obviously means it’s a time that I remember my age as well as the love of my family & friends, and maybe because I grew up in Seattle, WA where summer […]
USA Holiday- 3 baby showers & a wedding!
Whoa, I’m still recovering 2 weeks after returning from a whirlwind trip back to the USA. But who am I kidding, every trip home to the states is a whirlwind for us- no matter how much, or little, time we spend there due to the nature of the beast…that is trying to […]
Are you packed? My top items for the hospital when baby comes!
Many would say that I am an organized person and always on top of things. Ok, everyone would say that. I can’t deny it, its in my DNA, and don’t even think about asking me where I got it as both my mom and dad sure don’t have it, but alas, here I am in […]
I don’t typically post about too many personal thoughts & ramblings on life, let alone personal thoughts with a religious undertone, but this I could not let go…..so here goes nothing!
This past Sunday, I was asked to read a verse from the bible in church. I had never done […]
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