One thing that I have become well acquainted with over the years of living abroad are these Expat groups on Facebook. They also operate on other platforms are well. The primary purpose of them is for foreigners, expats, immigrants and anyone else to share information and ask questions. Sometimes these groups can be quite helpful,…
Month: February 2021
100 days alcohol free
Well make that 105 days alcohol free! I never had an awful relationship with alcohol in my mind, at least so I think. I was always a social drinker. I never drank alone. The appeal never did it for me. A lot of people say it numbs your feelings, but I would say it enhances…
Mardi Gras: Joe Cain edition
Now let’s talk about the other Mardi Gras the is less grandiose than New Orleans, but still quite a big deal to many, Mobile Alabama. Mobile, Alabama, is, in fact, where the first Mardi Gras was. This is their most significant bragging point. Many residents from Mobile and around insist that it is also quality…
Revisiting New Orleans Mardi Gras in 2020
Hey cadets! Happy Lunar New Year and the start of carnival week! Unfortunately, many festivities for both holidays are canceled, even in countries that have been better behaved, the people are encouraged to stay in their towns and limit travel due to a resurgence of cases in a few areas. Carnival in Europe is pretty…
Scrutinizing Slovenia part 2: Cute day trips in Slovenia.
In this episode of scrutinizing Slovenia, we will look at some cute towns about an hour from its capital city, perfect enough to take a day trip. Which, to be fair, is most of the country. But I will stick to some places that are 1)Accessible by public transportation, 2) NOT Bled. Lake Bled is…