Carnival, candy & chaos
If there’s one thing Germany does well (besides grey bread, bureaucracy, and making small talk about the weather), it’s Carnival. This time of year, the streets explode with music, confetti, and an energy that says: Forget your worries, grab a costume, a few beer, and dance! And this year, despite all the uncertainties in our lives, we fully embraced the spirit of the season. As many of you know, we’re in a bit of a limbo phase—waiting to sell our apartment in Paris, hoping t
Mar 4, 20252 min read
My Fresh Start
First week at The Pampered Chef! Exploring marketing, strategy & why people love these products.
Feb 9, 20252 min read
The Twelve Days of Moving
From shoes to baby boxes, chaos to charity—join me on a hilarious holiday adventure through The Twelve Days of Moving!
Dec 24, 20242 min read
To Move or Not to Move
Beach vibes or stable roots? Dive into our family’s big decision, and help us choose our next home!
Nov 5, 20243 min read
The Great Dictionary Dilemma
Should I Keep My Paper Companions or FULLY Embrace the Digital Age? Ah, the age-old dilemma: to keep or not to keep the books that once taught us everything from "marhaba" to "Schadenfreude"—and in my case, even more unpronounceable wonders. As I stare at my beloved dictionaries, which have accompanied me through the highs and lows of language learning and followed me across countries like loyal pets (if pets were filled with word definitions), I'm now wondering: is it time t
Oct 11, 20244 min read
Work-Life Balance
The Dysfunctional Family and ADHD Edition for World Mental Health Day Introduction: Work as a Dysfunctional Family (and ADHD as the Rowdy Cousin) Ever feel like your workplace is just a dysfunctional family reunion that never ends? You've got the overbearing parent (your boss), the gossiping sibling (your colleague), and that one family member who promises to help with the dishes but conveniently disappears. That’s work for you—a place where you didn’t exactly choose the peop
Oct 10, 20245 min read
The Rollercoaster of Job Hunting
Well, here we are again. If you’re reading this, you probably know I have now been actively on the job hunt for a few weeks and let’s just s
Sep 20, 20243 min read
A Summer of Adventure and Growth
This summer, I had the chance to embark on a beautiful journey across Europe with my kids, traveling through France, Italy, and Switzerland.
Aug 30, 20244 min read
A New Chapter: Reflecting on My Professional Journey
It's been just over a week since I began my garden leave after being laid off from my cherished, albeit demanding, role in marketing. This transition has offered me a unique opportunity to step back, reflect, and recharge after an incredibly busy few months that culminated in a yet another tradeshow on my last weekend. During this time, I've prioritized rest and rejuvenation. I’ve also started collaborating with an exceptional outplacement coach to refine my job search strate
Jul 11, 20242 min read
The Flexible Work Model: Balancing Professional and Personal Life
As a mother of schoolchildren living in a small German town near Frankfurt, my daily life is a blend of professional responsibilities and personal commitments. Currently still holding a leading position in an international marketing team, predominantly working remotely, I have honed the technology skills and set up the equipment necessary to manage this effectively. I have been blessed with the comfort of a flexible work model for the past five years, and I would certainly mi
May 30, 20244 min read
