Apr 29
I write often about the ways in which Miami and Melbourne are different. I don’t think I’ve ever written about the ways in which I’m different in Miami and Melbourne. I never realized it before. Read more
When you’re an expat and a blogger writing about your experiences, and you talk about the cultural differences between your native country and your adopted one, many people will read “different” as better or worse or more right or more wrong. You may also find yourself in the position where people actually ask you which is better. Read more
I’m glad January is almost over. It kind of sucked. Read more
The obvious is family and friends. It’s a given that I miss them so I’ll go with a few other things. Read more
There’s a popular image of American children that has never reflected my reality as a Cuban child. Read more
This year Christmas feels like it’s something happening somewhere else. Read more
Dear Santa,
It’s been a while since I wrote you a letter, but I’ve moved and wanted to make sure you know that I’m not in Miami, FL anymore; I’m in Melbourne, Victoria. Yep, Australia, that’s right; that’s where the presents should be delivered. Read more
Before my first visit to Australia in February, I came across a humorous blog entry from another American expat on one significant cultural difference between Americans and Australians. Read more
In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. Read more
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