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.
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As a Woman in Colombia 2 | Loneliness and Frustration
Let’s address one of the biggest white elephants about life in Colombia—the loneliness and frustration that often come with it, especially for women (but men too!). Maybe this will turn into a series of articles, where I combine past…
The Danger of Life Abroad in Colombia
Leaving your home country for a place like Colombia is like stepping into a real-life jungle—both figuratively and literally. What surprises me most is how naïve many foreign residents can be about the dangers and challenges of living abroad. This is…
New Adventures and Artifacts in Quinchia, Risaralda | Colombian Coffee Region
The moment my foot touched the ground in Quinchía, something inside me shifted—it was destiny, but only at the right time. My thoughts drifted back to when Carolina first reached out, telling me about a hidden gem…
Cabalgata – An Incredible Horse Adventure in Colombia
One of Colombia’s most unique and underappreciated cultural traditions is the Cabalgata—a traditional trail ride or horse parade. A Cabalgata can take many forms, from riding with a group between pueblos to trotting down the main street…
15 Lessons Learned From Living in Colombia
The Things I Have Learned Living in Colombia is meant to help you take the shortcut I wish I had when I first moved here. These are things which will help you survive and…
Nobody Cares About Single Moms
If you are a single mom who is struggling – don’t reach out to family and friends hoping they will help you, or even support your projects. Our time has come and gone. In…
Travelers are Afraid, but also Passive Idiots
Generation X and the Millennial’s are traveling much more today than any generation previously. Many travelers are afraid, therefore making us into passive idiots. Edit October 2020: This post was originally published in May 2015,…
Cacao Puro del Choco: Nuestro Historia de Chocolate
Chocolate: un término que evoca sensualidad y sabor. Desde el chocolate amargo al chocolate dulce, el tipo de chocolate que prefieres dice mucho sobre el tipo de persona que eres. Los hombres suelen favorecer…
Colombian Holy Week: A Street Party for Catholics!
My mom’s side of the family is so Catholic that the pope should be proud. As a result I grew up attending plenty of wedding masses and funeral masses whenever someone in the family get’s…
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