Why My Family Moved To Spain, ALL of Your Questions ANSWERED!
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- Опубликовано: 21 июл 2024
- I’m answering ALL of your questions about our family’s move to Madrid, Spain. In this video I will answer WHY we moved, HOW we moved, and HOW we are doing, as well as sharing resources for any of you that are thinking about making a move like this. Thank you so much for watching. Your support means the world to me! ~Erin xo
00:00 Intro
00:34 Why We Moved to Spain?
04:51 Why Madrid?
05:43 Where Do You Live?
08:10 How Do You Get Your Dog to Spain?
10:35 How To Find a School?
12:21 How Do You Work?
15:57 What Do The Kids Think?
17:16 How Am I Doing?
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I am an American expat living in Paris. We’ve been here almost 5 yrs and love it. Year one was tough…I liken it to learning how to be an adult all over again. But now that we are settled, I am so glad we took the plunge. Our kids (9 & 13) are now completely bilingual and have a global perspective/exposure to so many other cultures. Enjoy your time in Spain to the fullest. You are giving your kids the best gift!
That’s amazing! Thanks for sharing! xo
Love how important your dogs well being is to you.
She is so important to us!! xo
Hola Erin, mil disculpas por hablar en español, mi inglés es básico, lo que no me permite decir todo lo que quisiera. Te felicito, me alegra mucho que todo haya salido bien, te sigo desde hace un tiempo y no sabes cuantas veces quise compartir contigo mis gustos, experiencias y un montón de cosas por las cuales te sigo, te envío un fuerte abrazo y deseo lo mejor para ti y toda tu familia!!, cariños 🤗
Muchas gracias! xo
I really enjoyed this Erin. I can see that it is such a fantastic opportunity for your family. I know there are challenges, but what you are doing for your children is absolutely invaluable. And they will grow from this and it will give them more confidence than you can ever imagine. They will be able to handle so many challenges that come in their lives and the poise they will gain will always serve them well. And I absolutely feel with children if they have their family with them and that security, it really doesn't matter which country they live in. They have you and Chris and they have each other. I've written a book, but please know this is absolutely a fantastic opportunity you are giving them. Much love! Melissa
Thank you SO much for your kind and encouraging words, sweet Melissa! xo
What an amazing thing you’ve done for your family! The education and memories are priceless.
My husband and I lived in Costa Rica, and then Panama for 6 months each, and then Guadalajara Mexico for 2 years.
We don’t have kids but the hardest part was dragging our pets around and making sure they were ok and not traumatized.
2 cats going there and then country hopping. Then we left Mexico and moved back to Florida with the 2 cats and 2 Mexican dogs that we adopted. Beautiful experience, wouldn’t trade it for the world. But, not easy.
I believe everyone should get the chance to experience life in another culture other than the US. It’s brain and heart expanding.
What a wonderful adventure! Thanks for sharing! xo
What an amazing growing experience! The benefits outweigh the negatives for sure.Your kids are going to forever be grateful for the language, you can never fluently learn a language if you don't live in the country for abit.Well done, you are a brave family, sending you love from Greece.
Thank you SO much, Gina! xo
Erin, I just love how you always speak from the heart. Just like when you did your menopause series, I just feel like you are a real person sitting down and being so genuine with us. You’re not giving us the typical influenser BS. I can trust what you are saying. My husband and I plan to be expats after we retire, so this was very helpful information. Also, your family is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!
You are SO sweet! Thank you so much for your kind comment! xo
I agree, I like how Erin is real and honest, and funny too. I've just watched the video on avoiding frumpy styles and it was very funny as well as being very helpful!
I did what you did a few time. Everything has to be planned carefully, at one time I had to get 2 cats and 2 dogs organised for trave...phew. No company doing it for me. My husband died in car crash and getting into another country meant survival for my son and myself. My son was 12 when we first left and he already spoke 2 languages(more or less fluent). He went to school in Canada then we moved back to Europe. He studied in Scotland and for the time being we are staying...here! My son speaks 4 languages, I 5 (for me it is my job). Life most certainly is entertaining.
This was fabulous to hear!! Can’t wait for the style update: Spanish vs American
What an absolutely incredible experience for your family! Thank you for being honest about it as well. You are definitely showing your kids that being brave and courageous leads to great things!
Thank you, Kellyann! xo
This is an amazing time to be in Europe. The Christmas Markets are so gorgeous, especially in France and Germany. Not sure if they are still happening with Covid but we lived in Europe for three years and the Christmas Markets are one of the experiences we treasure most. The City Centers are decorated so beautifully, the food, the one of a kind Christmas ornaments and decorations for sale, the music...
Yes...it really is! Thanks, Ashley! xo
I always tell people they need to experience a real German or Austrian Christmas market at least once in their lifetime!
Also, the German Christmas markets are closed this year. 😢
@@BusbeeStyle So sad for the people of Germany. 😢
I am so happy for you and your family! This is a great gift and experience to have!
Thank you SO much, Rigeila! xo
Erin, It's great seeing you so happy and excited. It's definitely not easy to put yourself out there and explore the unknown. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Madrid and I hope you have an easy journey back into your new home.
Thank you so much, Heidi! xo
I found this so amazing. Our children are adults and I wish we had done something like this when they were young. Fabulous path you have chosen!!
I love manifesting and I work so hard at keeping my mind in that space.
What a story you will have and no regrets 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
You are SO sweet! Thank you, Lisa! xo
How wonderful! Wish did this with our daughter before she grew up. We love bringing her to new places and we were actually in Madrid right before the pandemic. Now that we’re back to traveling, we went right back and this time spent a few weeks in Portugal before going back to Spain. Hopefully, you have visited Portugal or have it on the list. It’s spectacular. I also recommend food tours as they allow for a quick deep dive into the culture of a new place. Enjoy your travels with your beautiful family (and just know, you’re not missing anything here 🤦🏽♀️)
Thank you! We are hoping to get to Portugal! xo
The honesty, emotion, and authentic advice in this video are greatly appreciated. You've laid a foundation of growth, risk-taking, acceptance, and adventure for your family. Thank you for sharing.
You're SO welcome! xo
As I’ve been listening, all I can think about are my newcomer kids in my school. I have appreciated hearing your perspective and better understand what my kids must be going through. So thankful.
You are so welcome! Hope your kiddos are adjusting! It can be difficult at first! xo
Hola Erin! I'm a Spanish expat living in the UK.. Just wanted to send you lots of love!! It is all exciting, magical, brave and beautiful, but also very challenging and sometimes it does get lonely. I can assure you though that it does get better, and soon you realise you are growin into a much more open minded, thoughtful and generous person. It's a very humbling experience. Making friends was the most difficult part for me, but nowadays there are many apps to meet people. You'll be surprised of how many women (expat and locals) are out there looking for like-minded friends!!
Thank you SO much, Maria! That has been a challenge! xo
How amazing! It’s so refreshing to see honestly and emotion, sharing the pros and cons of your journey. So brave. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍽
Thank you, Christine! Happy Thanksgiving! xo
So happy for you & your family. Saying things out loud really does expedite things, good or bad. Spirit really works hard on our behalf so daily “prayers”, meditation or speaking ones wishes and aspirations really does work!
You guys are amazing for putting yourself out there in the world and giving your kids this incredible opportunity ❤️
I watched your manifestation video and absolutely loved it!!! I truly believe you can manifest what you want!! Thank you so much for that video! And for this one too!!
You are so welcome, Karen! xo
Erin, you and Chris are a good match. I am a risk taker as well. There are folks who are not confident, self sufficient to take on this challenge. I continue to move places where I know no one, am single and I start all over again learning where the post, grocery, pharmacy are and making new friends. I would guess 95% of the population can’t or won’t do this. Good on you!
Love that you take risks, Cathy! Always helps you grow! xo
This is just so amazing, thank you for the details about your process. I love living vicariously through your absolute once in a lifetime experience!!!
Thank you so much, Meredith! xo
Thanks for sharing. I really enjoyed your video. Muy bien Erin.
Wow. Love Madrid!!! The best way to learn a language is to be in the country where people speak that language. I´m from Argentina and I´m a former spanish proffesor. You have El Corte Inglés , Erin!!!! Madrid have those little places. The cons is the food Hahahahahah. It´s so good. You all are so brave. Your children are going trough a huge experience that is going to change the way they see the world. Don´t be so exigent with you, Erin. Let you enjoy what you can do and live what you cannot do. It´s all right. Estamos aqui para escucharte y apoyarte. Cariños
Muchas Gracias, Mariana! xo
Hi!! A spaniard that randomly get here to improve his english. I just wanted to say how beautiful you family is and how brave you all are!! Moving your entire family to another country, culture even continent!!! WOW! You all have my respect!! And yeah! what an experience for the kids!!. I've been listening other foreingers (younger people without family) who come here in Spain and a common point is that they think they should have had a higher level of Spanish before coming. I wish you have a really good time here.
You are so sweet! Thank you, Joan! xo
Great video. Looking forward to hearing about your EMDR journey.
Well done for taking the leap . Great insight and good tips. Quite honest and thanks for sharing. I wish your family well.
Thank you SO much, Diane! xo
Madrid is such a beautiful city! My husband and I loved it and marvelled at how clean it was. Your children have not only learned about language and culture, but I'm sure they have also learned a thing or two about being empathetic when meeting future newcomers when they arrive back home in their own country.
Yes, what a great lesson for them to learn! xo
Oh my goodness Erin, this video was so interesting 👏🏼👏🏼 thank you for sharing this amazing experience ❤️ I love that Traveler is there too 🐶❤️xo
Thank you, Lisa! Traveler is having a blast! xo
Thank you for being so real Erin! Lots of love to you and your family - it is awesome to share the lessons learned for any of us thinking about doing the same thing.
You are so welcome, Ginny! xo
Can't wait to see your videos from Spain!
Loved this!!! I would do this in a heartbeat, but most Americans, I know, have no desire to even visit Spain. You and your family are truly on a learning curve, and 100% understand your need to cut back. It is essential to learn the culture. You have given your children a gift and like you said tools they now have for the rest of their lives. Bravo! Please share more about their culture, I would love to learn more. I also look forward to European fashion, believing we all could learn from our European neighbors.
I’m so glad you enjoyed this! xo
@@BusbeeStyle I felt so sad for you when you said you were so overwhelmed with the intensive language classes on top of everything else. I also laughed, though, because I can relate. I started taking French this year through work and ended up bagging it because I wasn't able to focus on studying and practicing it outside of class. I got behind and just truly sucked. LOL. But hey, life is short. I'm so glad you punted and started using that time to more joyfully experience (or less stressfully experience?) your expertly planned great adventure!
I do not think that most Americans are not interested in visiting or moving to another country, it is more the fact that most Americans can not afford it. Besides not getting enough vacation time.
I really enjoyed this as well. I took a small hiatus and all of a sudden you were in Spain. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and tribulations.
LOVE this! You answered so many questions I had! I was in Alaska until I was a teenager so I also took French and then....we moved to Arizona 😆 I feel ya! Please keep these videos coming! It is so fascinating! And thank you for being so honest and sharing the good, the bad and the ugly. Your amazing kids are a testament to their amazing parents ❤
I’m so glad you enjoyed this one! xo
Thanks for sharing your experience with us and for giving us a "peak behind the curtain" and being so open about how your move has impacted the entire family.
You are so welcome, Donna! Glad you found it interesting! xo
I LOVE the ideas for your future videos. Can't wait to see them. This one was wonderful.
Thank you so much! Stay tuned, Heather! xo
Erin, this was so lovely of you to post! I enjoyed every moment of this video and the real talk about this family adventure . It’s understandable to have so many opposing emotions, that being so grateful for this opportunity but at the same time being homesick. Your children are incredible for adapting to this time and they will carry this experience with them forever . Thank you again ,this was wonderful ! ♥️👏👏👏👏Pam
Thank you SO much, Pam! xo
I did a year of full-time French immersion (40 hours a week) at a Francophone university in Montreal when I was a young adult. I have always said that it was harder for me than undergrad or law school. I completely empathize with how taxing you found your Spanish studies. I think it is wonderful you have been able to give your kids this amazing immersive experience in Spain.
Thank you, Elizabeth! I have no doubt that it was harder than Law school. Languages don't come naturally to me! xo
That is wonderful, so glad your family is getting this experience.
Thank you SO much, Kathy! xo
So excited for y'all
All the best for you and your family!
Have a very happy and healthy life in Spain!
Good luck!
Best regards from Poland🌷
Thank you SO much, Anna! xo
Thank you for sharing all of that with us! I myself have lived in more than 12 countries over the past 35 years and I can tell you that it was a very enriching experience for me and the kids! An excellent way to learn a new language and about other cultures and traditions. I have also been to Madrid, a lovely city but I felt it was a bit crowded in certain areas. You forgot about telling us what kind of visa did you get to go live in Spain and if it was difficult to get etc? Enjoy your stay there and make the most of it’s you already are. God bless. 🤗
Thank you! Wow...12 countries! How cool! xo
I’m going to bed now but will definitely watch your emdr therapy video tomorrow xx thank you for being so open and real xxoo
Very brave!!! Thank you for this overview of your move to Madrid. I look forward to future videos on this subject. It sounds like a great unforgettable experience for the entire family! Felicitaciones!
Thank you so much! xo
Hi Erin, what a great adventure! I would love to move to Europe for six months and just travel around! So excited for you!! 💖
Thank you, Cathy! xo
You're an amazing family and Spain is lucky to have you. The resources are great. Happy Thanksgiving! xo
Thank you, Christine! Happy Thanksgiving! xo
Thanks for this fabulous video ♥️ it’s so great that you shared all this ! Love ALL your videos but it’s so great to hear all the honesty
You're SO welcome, Ursula! xo
Thank you for sharing!! What an amazing experience for you and your family!
You are doing a wonderful thing for your children. I was 9 when my mother got a job at the swedish embassy in Washington D.C. I did not know a word of english. I was fluent after about four months. It has been such an advantage my whole life. I am now 66 and my spelling is not as good as it used to be but I still read mostly english books. The trick is to keep it up after you leave. We stayed for 2 years and here in Sweden it is easy because we have subtitles and only use voice over in childrens programs. Good luck
Thank you, Cecilia! Glad you grew up and appreciated your experience. I'm hoping it will be the same for my children! xo
Amazing experience for The family! You did great! Glad you found a bakery you like and take- out food to your liking. Make sure and take your kids to the museums there, showing them Picasso's Guernica and talking about the background of the war he painted about is a good tangible history lesson. Make sure and sign up for "Free walking tours" of the city. You'll learn so much more than what's in a history book, they're very entertaining, your kids will love it, they're tailored for all ages
Thank you so much for all of the great suggestion! xo
Good suggestions. The International Women’s Club did a lot of tours and talks on history, lots of museums, churches. When my brother visited, dare I admit, we took a Segway tour around Madrid, and I really got my bearings after that! 😁 It was actually a lot of fun. We went mostly on the west side of Madrid.
So excited to see your videos on experiencing Europe. Have an amazing time! Although it’s tough what an incredible privilege to be able to do this for you, your family and your followers (especially those of us who may never get the opportunity). Thank you Erin for sharing with us xxx
Thank you SO much, Nathalie! xo
Thanks Erin for all the helpful information. We have been thinking about relocating to Spain and your video has given us courage and enthusiasm to see that it is possible and not just a dream. Enjoy Madrid and all the wonderful places you can visit!
YAY! I love that, Ana! Follow your dreams! xo
I couldn’t live without my pets either. You’re wonderful- I hope you’ll be very happy in Spain.
Thank you, Kathy! xo
Moving to another country is stressful, but worth it. We moved to California from Ireland 28 years ago, with a 2 yo and a 3 month old. Crazy. We also brought our great dane - leaving him behind was not an option - and that was so stressful, with paperwork, timing etc. We were seriously afraid he would not survive the trip, like you, I read all the horror stories. Glad you are settling in, wonderful experience for the whole family.
Thank you! I don’t know why we do this to ourselves. Just happy that she arrived heathy and happy! xo
Such a wonderful episode and I love the topic you shared in it. So real, helpful and inspiring. Thank you! Just stumbled upon your channel a few days ago and I’m binge watching. :)
Love it! Welcome to an amazing community of women, Danielle! SO glad you're here. xo
Great video, really enjoyed it . Looking forward to new videos :)
Enjoy this new adventure! There are great advantages to exploring and learning about a new culture. Kudos to you and your family!
Thank you SO much, Mimi! xo
Wow..how I wish I could do the same. I used to live and work abroad (USA, Ireland) and I loved it. Now, when I am married I have to respect my husband's feelings and opinions and he, unfortunatelly, isn't as brave as me :( I wish you all the best Erin, keep my fingers crossed for your family :) I cried with you when you mentioned your kids (I am a mother of two boys ) Looking forward to your new videos! :)
Thank you, Patrycja! xo
Lovely conversation between you an us, your followers. Thank you for all the input from Madrid... The Ups and downs on your journey.. it was appreciated!
Thank you so much! Glad you found it helpful! xo
I've been following you for a while and it's a very nice surprise to have you and your family here in Spain.
A very warm welcome to all of you, I hope you'll enjoy the experience.
I'll keep enjoying your videos.
Thank you SO much, Maria! xo
I might have already posted this 🤔 but I had an incredible experience in high school. It did help I went to an international school. I was sent when I was 16, turning 17 to live with my boyfriend’s family (we were watched😂). It was amazing. They sent me all over to live with every aunt, uncle and cousin. I lived with a fashion model in Paris, in Lyons with a car engineer, Marseilles, etc. I went with the grandparents to live in Barcelona and Valencia. It was amazing and I patiently waited until my boys were in early teens. They’ve seen Croatia, London, Paris, Normandy, Italy, and now we are looking at Japan and they didn’t bat an eye when i mentioned it. One’s in college and one a junior in hs. We have one rule…they are required to pick three things to see in each city so they have to do their own research. It’s been great because honestly I probably would have never spent a day 🤣 at the Churchill War museum or gone to some of the things that my engineer son sees. I think though, that they will continue this and you are doing just that! Creating memories and lessening the fear of visiting new and strange places where you feel out of your element but you embrace it rather than dread it. Kudos mom!
Oh wow! What a great idea!! I may try that! xo
What a wonderful experience!! My husband and I are thinking of spending time in Portugal once he retires, about 5 years or so. I am completely fluent in Spanish and hope that helps even though I realize the language of Portugal is Portuguese. Thank you for sharing! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Sounds like a great plan, Claudia! xo
Portuguese people are very good at speaking foreign languages. They usually speak English fluently and many people speaks French and/or Spanish. I can't say the same about Spanish 🙊😄 people
I'm so happy for you guys that's a really great experience for four of you, we are moving to Ecuador next year, we have two girls and watching this video helped me with a lot of things that I have been thinking of. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Buena suerte y el siguiente video lo puedes hacer en español :)
Wow…what a great adventure! I’m so glad this video was helpful for you! xo
I am so glad you are back! Spanish is my first language and I am flattered that you and your family wants to learn it! I wish you and your family a lot of success! Blessings
E.
Thank you! I’m doing my best, Ednaliz! xo
Thank you for sharing your experience in Spain. Kudos to you and your husband for prioritizing such a rich cultural experience for your family. I am a graduate student in counseling and I’m looking forward to hearing about your experience with EMDR. Are you seeing someone virtually or in person in Spain?
I’ll definitely share more! It was such a valuable experience for me. I saw someone virtually…started before we left Telluride! xo
As a USA expat in Ecuador: Thank you! Erin! Beautifully stated video! I truly believe your children will reap unimaginable benefits of living abroad for the remainder of their lives! Learning Spanish will open doors for them forever personally and professionally! Excellent parenting!!
In 2013, Zero Spanish, single at 66 yrs old, I sold everything in the US, landed in Cuenca, Ecuador at 8500 ft elevation, (currency is US dollar), with six suitcases, live on 66% less per month in a luxury 18-story high-rise.
I will never live in the States which I deeply love because the Ecuadorian culture is welcoming, kind, respectful, like it used to be in the USA decades ago. Usually around two years we expats find the Honeymoon phase is over and experience “culture shock”, because *everything* is different here. EveryThing! This is not even Mexico-like.
Ecuadorians don’t process USA logical thinking. And there’s No mail service in country. No Amazon deliveries from the States. No Starbucks no Walmart.
As a 16 yr international flight attendant, thought I was prepared. Being a tourist is Nothing like living as a full-time expat visa- holding resident. We pay Ecuadorian ‘Facilitators’ who assist in apartment/home rentals, legal matters, healthcare, banking etc. The culture here is centered around Family, not shopping, not consumerism, not to-do lists. Family.
So happy for you and your family taking a well deserved time out in beautiful Madrid, Spain, and fun side trips. You may even miss Spain and be forever changed when you return Stateside. Happy Trails 😘
Thank you SO much, Sharon! Enjoy Ecuador! xo
Wow , very impressive story!!!!! Good luck!❤
Wow! What an experience you all are getting! What a way to bring your family closer together as well. I would totally do something like this given the opportunity. I'm excited to see more videos about Spain.
Thank you SO much, Tracy! Stay tuned! xo
Thank you for sharing and best of luck in your new adventure
You're SO welcome! xo
Such an amazing experience! I wished everyone had the opportunity to live in another country. I think it would help people understand each other more. I moved to the Netherlands for love. Been here for 25 years and will never leave. Still need to venture to Spain though 🙈
I totally agree, Violas! xo
Erin, a good way for you to learn the language is to have conversations with your son, since he is doing so well! 😚
Yes...he loves to help me! xo
Thanks for sharing Erin. It was very interesting. I look forward to more!
Thank you Susan! xo
Your advice about pairing back and having room for experiences resonates with me- as in processing a stimulating and unfamiliar environment. So refreshing that you admit to being overwhelmed at times, and thank you for sharing how you care for yourself to manage and overcome those feelings. We appreciate you and your team❣️
You are SO sweet, Marisa! Thank you...and take care of yourself! xo
As someone that is an online, ESL (full immersion) teacher, I applaud you. What a great experience for your family. Make some great memories!
Thank you SO much! xo
Thank you for sharing this story! I think it’s absolutely fantastic the gift you’re giving your kids. I’ve lived overseas for school and work and it’s completely changed the way I view life and I attribute my personal and professional successes to having those international experience that so few have. It’s so rare to hear your story and it’s so refreshing. It’s something I would’ve love to give my kids but without giving excuses my kids went ballistic when I had proposed a very similar idea. Kudos for you!!! It’s the best gift you can gift you can give that will take them very far in life, bar none!!
Thank you SO much! I'm so happy that we were able to share this experience with our kids! xo
Thx for ur honesty. It keeps it real🌼
Hi Erin, I loved this video. Our family moved from South Africa to Spain in January and I could identify with so many things you said. With our kids in the Spanish school system, still learning the language I cried with you about how brave they are... good luck with the rest of your journey, embracing the unknown and enjoying all the surprises that comes along with it. X
You are SO sweet! Thank you, Annelize! I hope your family is adjusting to your new home! xo
What an awesome experience! My family moved us to Australia for 4 years when I was a kid and it was an amazing and integral part of my childhood. You guys have given your children the gift of a lifetime.
Wow...Australia! What an adventure! Thank you! xo
In big pharma, we are very conscious of being "US-centric", and therefore arrange meetings to accommodate the global timezones as much as possible. What an adventure for you all!
No idea how I cam across you channel, but so happy I did. Have watched a couple of your videos now, and feel like binge watching. Thank you so much for being a non prtentious but real person. Loving your channel xx ciao
You are SO sweet, Nicola! Thank you! xo
You're very generous to share information in the way you do.
I appreciate that! xo
Erin, I am so glad you and your family are having this wonderful experience. Good on y’all for stepping out of your comfort zone and experiencing life!
Thank you so much, Mary! xo
So lucky for you and your family to fit this in your life. Your kids will remember this forever. Congratulations! The backdrops for your clothing photos are stunning. Wonderful memories! Thank you for sharing, Erin! 🐦
Thank you SO much, Diane! xo
I loved your manifestation video! Such a wonderful experience for your kids! We just study here at homeschool, and yes, it is important. Stay safe and have fun!
Thanks for sharing Erin!!! So interesting learning to live in a new country!!! 💞
Loved your update. Thank you for your honesty.
You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed! xo
Love love love that I found your channel! ❤️
Really enjoyed this video! Thanks for sharing. I also loved your manifestation video. I was crying right along with you! 😍
Thank you so much, Susan! Glad you enjoyed! xo
What a wonderful video, I felt like you were talking to me face to face. Very genuine and very informative.
That's a wonderful compliment! Thank you! xo
Your manifestation video is my favorite video!! I still have goosebumps from it. Thank you for this video! It was so insightful. I can’t wait for the upcoming videos!!
Thank you, Emina! I appreciate that! xo
So interesting.. I am so looking forward to hearing more about your experience there. Especially the beauty and fashion differences. Can’t wait!
I'm SO glad! I'll be sharing more in the coming weeks, Rita! xo
We learn something new everyday. More great times to come❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Awesome! What a great experience for your family. You look great!
Thank you so much, Krystal! xo
I love that you are doing this with your family. We've raised our 3 daughters across 4 continents and 5 countries. We wouldn't change it for the world.
Fantastic experience, I am so jealous! Make the best of it, push through (It is not always easy) and remember that you have a wonderful experience to share and remember forever!!
Thank you SO much, Wilandi!! xo
Erin, I think the opportunity you are giving your children is priceless! I grew up in Central America, married and Englishman and worked in Russia for several years. Travel is therapy for my soul and my brain and has shaped me into a well rounded individual, if I do say so myself! Your children will learn other cultures, other languages, other foods and make many unforgettable memories along the way! Congratulations!
Thank you for sharing your amazing story. Your kids will look back on this and say remember when we lived in Spain and the different culture they are learning will give them a great outlook on life. My freshman son who has special needs has been learning Spanish for two years and loves it. My daughter is 19 and is fluent in Spanish. You have a beautiful family❤️
Thank you SO much Marnie!! xo
Bravo to you on your new family adventure!
Thank you so much! xo
So excited for you and your family! This video made me smile SO much. What a wonderful experience.
Thank you SO much! xo
Love that you're doing this! I studied abroad in Spain, going to go back once a year with my family! And agree, much cleaner than NYC!