It all finally hit me as we were running with our carry-ons through Logan. We were moving to Portugal. We were leaving the United States and most everyone we know and love. We sold our home. We sold nearly all our belongings. We lived in a camper—the four of us, our two dogs, and the…
We Laugh More (And That’s the Whole Point)
A lot of people have been asking me what the scariest part of this move has been. I think what they’re really trying to understand is: how did we overcome that fear? I don’t have all the answers. I can only tell you my experience. So here it is, honest, imperfect, and raw. But hopefully…
Is It Crazy to Leave the US? For Families Quietly Considering Moving Abroad… I see you.
Most of our friends and family — either explicitly or subtly — implied that we were overreacting. Some said it gently. Others said it defensively. A few online strangers said it angrily. But the message was consistent. The most common refrain sounded something like this: “It’s only four years.”“He’s old. He’ll be gone soon.”“Things will…
A Little Quiet. A lot of Change.
It’s been a while since my last post. Somewhere between unpacking boxes, learning how to drive on tiny one-lane roads, and figuring out which recycling bin takes the milk cartons, I lost my writing rhythm. And truthfully, it wasn’t just logistics. I hit a wall. After months of planning and pushing and documenting every step…
🛂 Visas, Curveballs, and One Very Last-Minute HR Meeting: How We’re Legally Moving to Portugal
Once we made the decision to move, the first big question was:How do we legally live in Portugal? We’d heard about the D8 Digital Nomad visa, which allows people with remote jobs to live and work from Portugal. My job is 100% remote, so at first it seemed like a no-brainer. Done and done, right?…