“t” is for texas
I went to Texas for the first time ever this past summer. I was in Austin for a night and… read more
“the most wonderful time of the year”: an expat’s back-to-school
For several years running Staples, a huge American office-supply retailer, ran a back-to-school commercial that I’ve always found hilarious. Set… read more
the tile guy and his pot of gold
Pearls of wisdom often come from the most unexpected places — in today’s case, the tile guy. I’m having the… read more
america the beautiful
1968. It was 1968 when my parents applied for Landed Immigrant status to the United States and Canada at the… read more
ascot, acid-wash & clotted cream. indeed!!
“Daahhling, are you sure you’re not lesbian?” asks my über-posh British friend, Daisy*, over vodka tonics with lime cordial and… read more
the perception of privilege: a look inside the expat bubble
Privilege: The idea for this piece came to me at a glamorous party in London a few weekends ago. Is… read more