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Moving to Seoul: Travel Days and First Impressions

The YONGSAN sign stands in front of modern high-rise buildings and green park space beneath a cloudy sky. This view of the neighborhood became one of the family's first impressions after moving to Seoul.

The Farewell Tour: The Final Leg of Transitioning to Another Country

Household items, shoes, pillows, and storage bins are neatly arranged in a garage before being packed or donated during an international move. Organizing only the essentials reflects the minimalist lifestyle that comes with living overseas.

Here We Go Again..

Traditional hanok rooftops frame a view of the modern Seoul skyline with N Seoul Tower rising in the distance. The contrast between Bukchon Hanok Village and the city's contemporary skyscrapers highlights one of Seoul's most iconic viewpoints.

My Love Letter to Cartagena

A quiet street in Cartagena's historic walled city is lined with colorful colonial buildings, flower filled balconies, and the iconic Cathedral of Cartagena rising in the background. The timeless beauty of this everyday scene captures why Cartagena will always hold a special place in the family's heart.

Transitioning Back Home, Again.

A sunrise casts golden light across Cartagena Bay as viewed from a high-rise balcony, with ships, city buildings, and calm water stretching toward the horizon. Waking up to this waterfront view was one of the unforgettable experiences of living in Cartagena.

Growing Up Expat: Transitioning Back Home

An American Airlines plane waits on the tarmac while ground crews service the aircraft before departure. This photo captures the beginning of an international move and the many flights that come with growing up as an expat.

The Hardest Part of Living Overseas

Charred trees line a quiet road blocked by a fallen burned branch after a wildfire. The blackened landscape reflects the lasting impact of natural disasters during life overseas.

More of Less: Minimalism Overseas

A sunrise casts golden light across Cartagena Bay as viewed from a high-rise balcony, with ships, city buildings, and calm water stretching toward the horizon. Waking up to this waterfront view was one of the unforgettable experiences of living in Cartagena.

Father and daughter stand together in front of Kyoto's Golden Pavilion on a sunny winter day. The gleaming gold temple rises behind them beneath a bright blue sky, capturing a meaningful family moment during their year of living abroad before returning home.

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