Tag Archives: moving to Germany

Expat has left the building

Posted on September 9, 2014 by BerLinda

So Latvia, it seems like our time together has come to an end. Now, now, hold it together. It’s true that we’ve had our ups and downs, but I like to think that, overall, it’s been more positive than negative. … Continue reading →

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The Fear

Posted on August 17, 2014 by BerLinda

With just over three weeks remaining until I up sticks and move to Berlin, it’s fair to say that THE FEAR has me firmly in its clutches. I’d estimate that around 5% of me is excited, while the other 95% … Continue reading →

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The master becomes the student

Posted on July 8, 2014 by BerLinda

When the wonderful “Lady of the Cakes” published her post on “How to be a hater with German food phrases”, I immediately did what any sane person would do and started insulting one of the (three) people I know in Germany.  … Continue reading →

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Unleashing my inner German

Posted on June 23, 2014 by BerLinda

I’ve just got back from six days in Berlin, and wow, what a fantastic time I had. Berlin is an amazing city, full of life and energy. I did some touristy stuff, did some less touristy stuff, met some great people, … Continue reading →

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