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ViPSri lankan expat in the USA
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Sri lankan
Lives in Florida
Speaks English, Sinhalese
Registration: 23 February 2010
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US citizen getting vaccinated in the US without proof of residency? by Rob HH
Hi! I need some advice. For urgent matters I am traveling to the US in April and was thinking about getting a Covid shot, since Germany / Europe messed up and it will take a long time until it's my turn. The US is doing a great job getting ...
I will find out and pm you later. Read More
Why do you think people retire or move to Florida? by Alexander_Realtor
I think it's all about the weather. In my case, I was sick of the winter and gloomy days😀
Live in FL for 4 years now. Its a nice neighborhood in Daytona beach 2 miles from beach. 90% people are seniors. Not an over 55 community but most of them are over 65 now. Very rare to see young people. Most are snow birds from Canada or USA. Our ... Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
So you got your beach, river and fish? Living a life with simple dreams can earn a lot of happiness sometimes than following longterm difficult tasks. I too enjoy hiking. I cant get that happiness from other resources. You cant buy happiness. Read More
Achieving your goals in a new country by mal
Most people have their own goals in life to achieve. Some people live their life without any goals. Both are living but getting different benefits. Do you think we should need a goal/goals in our life? If yes, why? If not, why? As an expat did you ...
Without goals, the game ends nil-nil. I came to the United States for school, so being here is part of achieving my goals.Good for you, all the best! :cool:Thank you. Ironically, leaving the United States is one of my goals.Ok but have to finish ... Read More
Achieving your goals in a new country by mal
Most people have their own goals in life to achieve. Some people live their life without any goals. Both are living but getting different benefits. Do you think we should need a goal/goals in our life? If yes, why? If not, why? As an expat did you ...
Without goals, the game ends nil-nil. I came to the United States for school, so being here is part of achieving my goals.Good for you, all the best! :cool: Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
I live in Baltimore, but was an expat working in Kuwait last year. The flavor and texture of hummus in Kuwait was the best I ever tasted. Now back in the states I agree the hummus here is garbage.:) Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
I try not to force both countries into a competition. They are different, as they should be. But the hummus at home wins every time. The hummus here is repulsive.:lol: :lol: :lol: Thats all?? :o Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
The problem is that I miss my old friends and family :sosad:I know it is not easy. Some friendships are years old. We had the family since birth. Phone, social media... can these make our friends/family closer? Never! All the time lil pain in heart Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
The only thing I miss is friends and family 😩Hi Kumarini, Yes me too. We all are in the same boat. :( Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
First comparison would be cost of living, then goes with food, people, culture, fun etc etc. If you are satisfied you time goes well but if not then its like disappointment in choosing that country. The only thing that could make someone happy in ... Read More
Dream came true? by mal
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ...
Indeed, most of expat are comparing ( I am one of them) living in new different culture with home culture, missing all old activities, friends, hoppies, even the taste of home food (for the same vegetable / meat/eggs). Regards, :(Thank you ... Read More
Dream came true?
Being an expat, did your dream come true? Or was it an unavoidable life event happened in your life? I've heard comparing new husband with ex husband is not a good thing (even we do that all the time :D ) Do you always (or sometimes) ... Read More
Achieving your goals in a new country
Most people have their own goals in life to achieve. Some people live their life without any goals. Both are living but getting different benefits. Do you think we should need a goal/goals in our life? If yes, why? If not, why? As an expat did you ... Read More
New members of the USA forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the USA forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@ 09673442961 Hi, No one can help you in finding a job for you. That is the research you should do at home. Every job is online in USA. You have to apply online. After uploading your resume and all of your academic certificates to their web, some ... Read More
New members of the USA forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the USA forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Getting a job is not difficult in USA if you are authorized to work. But everything online. You have to register with job sites like indeed.com to get a regular job. If you like a government job you will have to make an account at the county or city ... Read More