Meaningful Work and the Pursuit of a Dream

WRITTEN BY Drew

As I mentioned last week, I decided to use our move across the Atlantic from New York City to London as an opportunity to change careers. My goal: move from restaurant management to something with some semblance of...

02.27.15

My Wandering Path Towards UK Employment

WRITTEN BY Drew

We have been in the UK for almost eighteen months now, which has felt more like eighteen seconds. The moment when we decided to take the opportunity from Julie’s company to move to London does not seem that far...

12.12.14

Getting My UK Drivers License

WRITTEN BY Drew

The process was not smooth, nor short, but I finally got my UK drivers license. While a small step, it certainly makes me feel more of a resident than a temporary visitor. I can confidently say that I feel...

02.18.14

Expat 101: Moving Pets

WRITTEN BY Julie

When moving overseas, whether for work or pleasure, the careful transportation of pets is often a key consideration. In order to properly describe the process of pet relocation, I’m going to make a few assumptions:...

01.12.14

British Gas: My Personal Tormentors

WRITTEN BY Drew

Moving to a new place brings along with it some complications and frustrations. No one enjoys the act of moving. Packing up and then unpacking is never fun. Once unpacked, you inevitably have to deal with utilities...

12.10.13

Expat Dating

WRITTEN BY Drew

One of the intriguing aspects of living abroad is getting set up on what I call an “expat date.” This is not a conventional date where singles can meet. This is about couples. Specifically, Americans meeting...