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Calgary To California: Part I

ByTCKlaire December 17, 2022December 17, 2022

The day I left for California was exactly two years from the day when I arrived in Calgary. The mixture…

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Goodbye Calgary

ByTCKlaire December 10, 2022December 14, 2022

I just realized I never did my Goodbye Calgary post. It got thrown against the seatbelt when I did. I’m…

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Road Accident- Stranded in Reno

ByTCKlaire November 5, 2022December 14, 2022

Dad had to say, “The van is undrivable” to anyone who needed to know it. I had a cracked rib,…

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Road Accident- Story [2022]

ByTCKlaire October 29, 2022December 18, 2022

I have never heard of someone having a road accident while moving. That doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen though. The…

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Moving Abroad: Quirks, Habits and Routines [2022]

ByTCKlaire October 8, 2022December 1, 2022

Sometimes it’s impossible to relieve the stress of moving abroad. Although, there are times when it is possible. I have…

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When The Lights Go Down In the City [2022]

ByTCKlaire September 24, 2022November 16, 2022

And the sun shines on the Bay. Oh, I want to be there in my City (to do chores that…

culture shock | Moving Abroad | self-care

Medical Emergencies while Abroad I: My Story [2021]

ByTCKlaire November 6, 2021September 15, 2022

Whew! I have a lot to say on this subject. Dealing with medical emergencies while abroad is one thing in…

Finances: Part II- In Transition [2021]

ByTCKlaire February 15, 2021September 15, 2022

Hey everyone! I just wanted to say before starting this post that I have had trouble with my self-hosted website…

Crossing A Border? Here Are Some TCK Pro Tips! [2021]

ByTCKlaire February 4, 2021September 15, 2022

Who has had a supremely pleasant experience crossing a border where the officers are kind, welcoming and let you in…

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Second Month Theme: Hot Mess and Confusion [2020]

ByTCKlaire December 9, 2020September 15, 2022

After the euphoria of the first month wore off, some things went upside down for a while. Here’s what really…

First Month Theme: Is This A Thing? [2020]

ByTCKlaire November 19, 2020September 15, 2022

I have been here a month now, and the most common question I ask myself is, “Is this a thing?”…

Calgary Quarantine Diaries: Week 2 [2020]

ByTCKlaire November 3, 2020September 10, 2022

Quarantine is done and my Mum and I are officially healthy and cleared to go out and explore! The first…

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Calgary Quarantine Diaries: Week 1 [2020]

ByTCKlaire October 31, 2020September 10, 2022

At this point, Mum and I only have a few more days of quarantine left and so far, we’re still…

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What I’m Doing While I Wait to Move [2020]

ByTCKlaire September 3, 2020September 10, 2022

Yes, I have chores to do to prepare to move. However, this time, I have had a lot more free…

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Pain, Fire and Other Moving Upheavals [2020]

ByTCKlaire August 23, 2020September 10, 2022

When you’re moving overseas, there are going to be massive changes to your plans. That is inevitable. Something that seemed…

What I’m Looking Forward To [2020]

ByTCKlaire August 5, 2020September 10, 2022

I have been saying lately, “I can’t wait to try my first poutine!” There have been a lot of stressors…

covid-19 | Culture | culture shock | Moving Abroad | self-care

Culture Shock/Reverse Culture Shock [2020]

ByTCKlaire July 26, 2020December 4, 2022

Update: I may be moving soon! Haven’t set a definite date just yet, but watch this space! My passport took…

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Moving Abroad Finances: The Basics [2020]

ByTCKlaire July 12, 2020December 4, 2022

Money: Taboo right? Well, let’s be real here. If you don’t have a handle on your finances before, during, and…

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