Category Archives: Work and business

Will I get a happy ending?

Posted on June 4, 2014 by BerLinda

I think that I might finally be nearing the light at the end of my washing machine tunnel. For those who missed the original post, I’ve had a broken washing machine for close to two months now, thanks to an exploding … Continue reading →

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Thinking of moving to Riga?

Posted on November 30, 2013 by BerLinda

Ah Riga – the ‘Paris of the North’, the ‘Jewel of the Baltics’, and recently voted ‘Europe’s prettiest city’ in a survey by USA Today. Right now, you’re sitting in your cosy pad in the US, the UK, or wherever, a … Continue reading →

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How to get ahead in Latvia

Posted on June 4, 2013 by BerLinda

When I first moved to Latvia, I had a pretty cushy life. I had a contract with a school which included my rent, most of my bills, paid holidays at Easter and Christmas, and a chauffeur to drive me to … Continue reading →

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She works hard for the money

Posted on April 26, 2013 by BerLinda

When I lived in Ireland, I had just one job. I was a copywriter in an advertising agency. After almost 3 years in Latvia, this now seems rather lazy. Here, I freelance for 3 English schools. I travel the city … Continue reading →

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