Monthly Archives: October 2008

Trick or Treat!

Posted on October 27, 2008 by Talya

OK, so you may not get very far trick-or-treating overseas with the children you’re taking care of. But – as an au pair – you have the opportunity to introduce ‘your’ kids to holiday traditions and celebrations they aren’t familiar … Continue reading →

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life with (someone else’s) children

Posted on October 16, 2008 by Talya

Taking care of other people’s children can be a lot of fun. Au pairs – especially those who adore little ones – have it made. The bulk of their work is essentially long-term babysitting, which includes feeding, dressing, playing with, … Continue reading →

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homesickness – how to deal

Posted on October 10, 2008 by Talya

Almost everyone living far away from their friends and family experiences homesickness at some point. Even the most adventuresome traveler occasionally longs for the familiarity of home. If you find yourself missing the familiar, you are not alone. It is … Continue reading →

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