Every once in a while, I get hooked by Google’s doodle, like the one last week celebrating Esther Afua Ocloo (1919-2002). I found her fascinating. Not only did she experience a tremendous amount of change in Ghana during her lifetime, but she was a young entrepreneur selling marmalade and juice in the 1930’s, and would […] Continue reading… from Banking on Progress
What was the 12th thing you did to prepare for your last move? Do you remember the first thing? How about the last thing? If you haven’t moved in awhile – or are facing your first international move – would you know where to start? What if you had a full, clear list of tasks […] Continue reading… from Make Your Relocation As Easy As 1-2-3
As many countries’ populations age, an increasing number of adults find themselves caring for a parent. Medical advancements and attention to healthful living have led to longer life expectancy. Often this means senior citizens are enjoying an active, healthy lifestyle longer. But many seniors do depend on a family member for at least some support. […] Continue reading… from Relocating With (Or Without) A Senior Parent
This past year we marked the 15th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in 2011, or “9-11” as most Americans refer to it. It’s hard to believe it’s been 15 years. You probably remember exactly where you were when you heard the news, even if you weren’t in the United States at the time. I […] Continue reading… from Analog Safety in a Digital World
“Alexa, please ask Siri, Cortana, and Google to help me set up a new home.”Are you one of the many people who use a digital personal assistant? IT research and advisory firm Gartner, Inc. predicts that by 2019 at least one quarter of those living in developed countries will use a digital assistant to manage […] Continue reading… from The Year of Digital Assistants
Vision 2020. What pops to mind when you see that phrase? Would your first thought be something to do with eye testing? Or perhaps Tokyo’s plan for hosting the next summer Olympics? What if I told you that “Vision 2020” is long-term government initiative to develop Rwanda into a middle-income, knowledge-based economy by the year […] Continue reading… from How Good Is Your Global Eyesight?
As I get ready to board my 4-year-old basset hound for the second time in a month, thoughts of his health and safety are top of mind. Especially since he’s had some recurring health issues since his last boarding, I have some concerns about leaving him again. But… ‘tis the season for graduations and weddings. […] Continue reading… from Dog-Gone Travel
What would you think if you walked into a conference room in Luanda and found your business host dressed in a suit that borders on formal wear? Suppose this host is your Angolan contact with whom you are conducting important negotiations. Would you feel a pang of unease, and wonder if you were underdressed in […] Continue reading… from What’s Missing From Your Wardrobe Knowledge?
All eyes turned to Ecuador this past April, the world’s thoughts and prayers with those affected by the earthquake there. Just days before, Japan suffered a series of earthquakes and aftershocks. A byproduct of residing or visiting somewhere in the Ring of Fire – a large area of Pacific Ocean basin with intense seismic and […] Continue reading… from When The Ground Shakes Under Your Feet
