Yesterday morning I woke up with a head cold, or what people here call "Gripe." I am under the impression that Gripe is a catch-all phrase for any kind of illness from a cold to a full-blown flu. My symptoms are that of a bad cold and with a slight fever, but I am on … Continue reading Tengo Gripe!
Category: reflections
No Longer Lost in Translation: Helpful Websites and Apps in Santo Domingo
Moving to a new country can be completely overwhelming, especially when traveling alone for work. First, one may have to navigate a new language and a new culture. Second, one needs to orient him or herself to a new city and country. Third, one needs to re-create a feeling of home. Moving from New York … Continue reading No Longer Lost in Translation: Helpful Websites and Apps in Santo Domingo
Versatile Blogger Award
I want to thank Lauren from Trend-Mix Blog for nominating me for the Versatile Blogger Award! Trend-Mix is a blog dedicated to DIY fashion, with an eye on the latest trends. She posts tutorials on everything from zippered leggings to funky accessories. Check her out also on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. As a nominee, I … Continue reading Versatile Blogger Award
Finding my way
Last week marked six months here in la Republica. In five months, I've had two jobs, lived in five apartments and two cities, gone to four beaches, taken countless conchos (public cars), eaten innumerable quantities of tostones, and met so many amazing people. My feet have trekked the streets of Santiago, Santo Domingo, Cabarete, Puerto Plata, Esperanza, Batey … Continue reading Finding my way
A Fresh Start
I am writing from Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic, where I moved three weeks ago. It is still in the 80s here, which is fantastic, as my home city of New York is in the low 70s. I do miss the changing foliage, but not the harsh winter months that it signals. Currently, … Continue reading A Fresh Start
Ser Maestra
The past three weeks here in the Dominican Republic have been fantastic: learning new things at teacher training, meeting great people, eating tasty food, enjoying enormous amounts of sun, drinking fresh juices, and relaxing in the breezes. I am extremely grateful to be here and for this opportunity. I couldn't be happier to be here. I am … Continue reading Ser Maestra
La vida Cibaeña
After a fabulous day in Miami, I have arrived in Santiago! I spent Sunday in Miami Beach, wandering Lincoln Road and Orchard Drive, looking at the lovely ocean. I stayed with extended family who live out there and had a great evening catching up with them. On Monday, I arrived in Santiago. The school staff … Continue reading La vida Cibaeña
Lens by Sarah 