Doris Fuellgrabe
@Doris
German expat in the USA
Forum posts
19
About me
German
Lives in Allen, TX
Speaks German, English, Spanish
Registration: 05 February 2009
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Hello! and intro by Doris
I'm Dee, owner of Building the Life You Want LLC, supporting people through international transition. I've lived in Germany, Britain, Spain, Mexico, and the USA - if you feel like having a chat, drop me a line! :-) All the best, Dee :top:
I'm writing this post as a test because I'd like to see if the signature with the old blog address comes up. Ok? So - TEST! Read More
Intro to me.. by Beautiful Dreamer
Hello everyone, Well, I have made the decision to move to Buenos Aires. It will be about a year but my mom will be moving and retiring there by november so she will be in place when I get there. I intend on running my business via BA and hope to ...
Hi Michelle, how nice to meet you! I'm sure you'll find a lot of helpful tips in these forums, and applaud you for taking such a pro-active approach. Best wishes, Dee PS - love the word "bonkers" :-) Read More
Hello From Canada! by french canadian
Hi Everyone!! My name is Nathalie and I am currently in Ontario, but I am moving to The Netherlands in September...just joined this website, started a blog documenting the move! http://pianolady.expat-blog.net/ I only have three boring posts ...
Hi Nathalie! Just left you a comment on your blog. :-) Read More
whooopeee im out,,, by kingofthekitchen
well i worked for a water company in england for 25 years and last year i said thats it i have had enough and finished,this year my wife got a position in Gibralar and so we have moved out im semi retired. I have been to many countrys i like sweden ...
Hey there! Always nice to read new expats embracing their life and new opportunities - thank you for sharing your enthusiasm! :-) Best, Dee Read More
Introduction - Newbie by ktbd7871
G'day mates. Just wanted to say hi and introduce myself. I am Korrine Walker from Australia. Nice to be apart of this forum.
Hi Korrine, good choice! I've visited the city maaaany years ago (beautiful) and have friends living in the area at the moment. They love the climate and way-of-life, but do complain about the state's broke-ness and subsequent job and social service ... Read More
Where Do All the Expats Go? by missfootloose
I'm an expat writer, hail from the Netherlands, and have lived, worked, shopped, written stories, cooked, mothered and adventured in the US, Kenya, Ghana (twice), Indonesia, Palestine, Armenia and other fun places around the globe. Now looking to ...
Spain is always a safe-ish choice, but that might be too close to home? ;-) Read More
Hello Everyone by Sami2010
Hello Everyone, I am new here. I am learning Spanish now and I am interested in making Spanish friendships. Thank you all, Sami
Hi Sami! I speak Spanish but would suggest you find some native speakers near where you live, a group that you can physically meet up with. Incidentally, the website meetup.com will give you the opportunity to search groups in your area for your ... Read More
Hello by snwan
Hi, my name is Gertrude. I am new to this Expat.com. I am originally from Malaysia and now living here in the USA.
Hi Gertrude, welcome to Expat.com! :-) Where in the States are you staying, and are you liking it so far? Happy Memorial Day weekend! Best, Dee --- http://buildingthelifeyouwant.wordpress.com Read More
On the fringe by Adele
hello, hola my name is Adele. I've been living near Girona for nearly 6 yrs now . . . I am looking to connect with some of my fellow country peole from America and develop a community of like-minded people. I love it here, but because my spanish is ...
Hi Adele, I just sent you a private reply, but didn't want to miss out saying I remember the Catalan language requirement. The Generalitat actually offered free language classes while I was there, if you're interested you could check those out. ... Read More
Back in the USA by osakajo
I am home now, after some years in Japan, Portugal, and Latvia. It is very strange indeed to be back here, especially in the midst of an economic downturn. Living in Dallas, Texas. Enjoying the sun (even in winter) after two winters in the Baltic ...
Isn't it amazing how "coming home" doesn't work anymore? Welcome to the new states, hope you like 'em! :-) xx Read More
Hello! and intro by Doris
I'm Dee, owner of Building the Life You Want LLC, supporting people through international transition. I've lived in Germany, Britain, Spain, Mexico, and the USA - if you feel like having a chat, drop me a line! :-) All the best, Dee :top:
Yay Schortens! Da war ich immer schwimmen. :-) Horrido und hol di munter! xx Read More
Do and don't in the USA by expat.com
Are you living in the USA? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the USA? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in the USA? Thanks!
Do watch your language (mind the swearing) Don't be shy (false modesty is overrated) In restaurants, do ask for a box to wrap half your meal in as soon as it arrives (otherwise you'll eat the whole portion, and it's huge... at least in Texas) Don't ... Read More
How to make friends in the USA by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in the USA :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in the USA?? Thanks in ...
I've made friends at my local Toastmasters and WeightWatchers meetings, as well as during networking sessions with groups from the international chambers of commerce. Echo the "don't mention politics", add: unless you're prepared to discuss it at ... Read More
Hello! and intro
I'm Dee, owner of Building the Life You Want LLC, supporting people through international transition. I've lived in Germany, Britain, Spain, Mexico, and the USA - if you feel like having a chat, drop me a line! :-) All the best, Dee :top: Read More