Burn-out and disillusionment is a real part of life here. Let’s open a can of worms, and talk about How to Have a Happy Life in Colombia.
Category: Culture
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As a Woman in Colombia 2 | Loneliness and Frustration
Let’s pull one of our big white elephants out of the closet about life as a woman (men too!!) in Colombia, and the loneliness and frustration that tends to come along with it. Maybe…
The Honest Truth About Colombian Women
Colombian women, could she be the beginning of a romantic lifestyle in an exotic far away country, or your worst nightmare. This is probably one of the most controversial posts I have ever written…
As A Woman in Colombia
This is the story I never wanted anyone to know… It’s the raw and honest truth about my life As A Woman in Colombia.In February of 2013, I set foot in Colombia for the…
The Danger of Life Abroad in Colombia
When you leave your own country for a place like Colombia, you are in the proverbial JUNGLE. It never ceases to amaze me how naive so many foreign residents tend to be. This is…
New Adventures and Artifacts in Quinchia, Risaralda | Colombian Coffee Region
As I put my foot down in Quinchia, something in me shifted – it was meant to be, but only at the right time. My mind wandered back to the first time Carolina contacted…
Cabalgata – An Incredible Horse Adventure in Colombia
The most unique and under-appreciated culture in Colombia is the “Cabalgata,” or trail ride/horse ride. A cabalgata can be riding with a group from one-pueblo to another, trotting/pacing main street, or informal horse parades…
Life in Colombia, During Coronavirus
Oh shucks, I just scheduled two appointments for a day I don’t have for going out. And, then I am automatically re-calculating where I get off the bus to avoid the CAI, or local…
Beauty Queens in Colombia, Trophy Wives or Social Leaders?
Here’s a little bit of analysis into Beauty Queens in Colombia. Pageants are still a big thing. Women from all over the country compete tirelessly from a young age to prove that they are…
The Two Day Two Night Guide to Cali, Colombia
Simmering in the heat of it’s warmer low altitude tropical microclimate – is Cali, Colombia. A city that has been plagued by violence and upheaval for years, yet still attracts tourists, English teachers and…
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