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How to Find a Mom Group in Albuquerque
I eventually found my mom group here in Albuquerque, and they've meant everything. But it took months, and I only managed it because I had the energy to keep looking. In Denmark, a nurse simply puts you in a group of six to eight mothers nearby who gave birth around the same time. Here, nobody mentioned anything of the kind. So I built it — a free tool for New Mexico moms that matches you with 6–8 local moms whose babies are close in age to yours. No app, no account, nothing
Aug 44 min read
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Bye Again, USA | See You in 10 Months!
Summer is coming to a close. This time of year, for the second year in a row, is very bitter sweet for me. After being away from my family for 10 months, I really cherish the little bit of time we get together. Rasmus and I spent the summer soaking up time with our family and friends. We split time this summer between Albuquerque and Austin to see everyone. I have no doubt that Tuesday will be a day filled with tears, happy and sad, as I leave my family one more time for Denm
Aug 10, 20192 min read
12 Things Americans Could Learn from Danes
Moving to a foreign country is such a refreshing experience. It allows you to ask questions about your own culture and another. In the last year, I have spent many hours replaying interactions I have had with people in the streets and wondering why they acted in specific ways. Certain things I thought were universal, are not, and others that you wouldn’t expect are. I am very thankful that we ended up in Denmark. Denmark is “the happiest country on earth,” according to the 20
May 3, 20197 min read
Reflection of Year One Abroad | Randers, Denmark
Hey all, check out our year end wrap-up video below where Rasmus and I reflect on Denmark. Personal Reflection I cannot believe the long winter has finally ended! This has undoubtedly been one of the most formative experiences of my whole life. Moving to Denmark met every expectation and also missed every expectation. I can say that I am better for it. There is nothing like distance to make you really appreciate your loved ones and roots. I did it. I moved. I dabbled in a n
Apr 29, 20193 min read
Whose Dreams Do You Follow? | The Toughest Relationship Question
It is one of the toughest questions you may have to answer in this world, and all for love. People ask me, or assume I have given up on my dreams to follow Rasmus abroad. But really, that is for me to decide. In relationships, often times both partners are equally driven and competent with separate minds and goals in this life. How then, at a young age, can you ensure that both people are fulfilling their true purpose in this world? I'd like to offer some thoughtful insight t
Mar 7, 20193 min read
Moving to a New Country Sucks
Moving to a New Country Sucks I want to be totally candid on my blog. I am also of the belief that being vulnerable is where you see the most growth in life. And I want to be vulnerable here. If you see my beautiful pictures and think I have it all, I want you to know that behind those incredible experiences are oftentimes tears. I know you can't see tears on my Instagram page, but you need to know that they exist. Our generation is all about posting the positive, great, but
Feb 28, 20193 min read
I'm Not Getting Kicked Out of Denmark
Or at least not yet, anyways. I know you had no idea... but I almost got kicked out of Denmark! The EU has a rule that says foreigners can only stay for 90 days within 180 days. And my 90 days ended on January the 3rd. Rasmus and I were scrambling to figure out how to get me to stay in the country. Lucky for us, I got a job! Having a job means I got a work visa. I started working for Ras' professional basketball team, Randers Cimbria, as a marketing/media guru and women's coa
Feb 13, 20192 min read
47 Things Americans Take for Granted
It is happening. I have been away for too long! I can barely remember what some of these American things are. I have been in Denmark now for about five months and I am really starting to miss some American novelties. If you come to visit, I may or may not have a long list of items I will need you to bring. I never knew how much patriotism I had until people here start asking me questions about the USA. Back home, we take a lot of things for granted. America - the land of the
Jan 31, 20196 min read
A Real Danish Christmas | 9 Danish Christmas Traditions
Danes seriously know how to do Christmas. It's all "hygge," which is a word I hear all the time here; a word that we don't have in the English language. Hygge: roughly translates to "a quality of coziness (warm feeling, comfortable, and safe) that comes from doing simple things such as lighting candles, baking, and spending time at home with your family." The Christmas season in Denmark really is cozy. Daylight is limited from about 9AM-3PM, which means lots of time is spent
Dec 28, 20185 min read
Group Fitness Classes in Danish | Fail
So I've been in Denmark roughly three months. And I've found myself a fantastic gym, FitnessWorld. The membership is $40 USD a month, and they give me free protein each time I finish a workout. I'd say it's a bargain, and I really can't complain. Ras and I are getting married within the year, so wedding training is in full swing! I have always been a group fitness type girl. I love the social aspect. And I have to say, I really enjoy the intergenerational/coed atmosphere. I a
Dec 11, 20183 min read
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