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Notitieboekje Gedachten/Notebook Thoughts
There are entire worlds in a notebook. Allow me to share some fragments from mine, gathered during my first month in Amsterdam.
Why America Should Get on Board with Trains
It’s about time Americans started traveling by train, and I have REASONS, okay?
Embrace It! A Few Tips On Making the Transition Abroad a Bit Easier
Living in a foreign culture can be an anxiety-inducing experience and the subsequent culture shock can creep up on you, so when it hits what can you do? Check...
Buyer’s Remorse: A Reflection on Post-Commitment Anxiety
Studying abroad is a dream for many, but when that dream becomes a reality it can lead to a lot of stress. This post offers a bit of insight and advice on...
Getting a Job Abroad
I talk about my experience getting a job abroad in non-English speaking countries as well as English speaking. Tips for getting a job in each type of place and...
Ceylon/Nederlands: Reconciling My Lankan Present With The Dutch Colonial Past
There’s no doubt that each individual from a former colony will confront this part of their history differently. But I’ve felt the reverberations of colonialism...
Raro to Auckland to Wellington, Oh My: Part One
A look at my first week of mid-semester break.