Episodes

On this episode, we discuss the challenges and triumphs of language learning. Jason discusses if Duolingo is helpful or not. Jason and Tracy debate the merits of striving for an A in school versus "just get through it."

We've been here almost 2 years now, and while most people think it's cool (we do too!) it's not all fun and games. We have to work, and we experience homesickness. The worst was after 6 months. This episode dives deeper into how we dealt with the homesickness and are still dealing with it.

It's a grab-bag episode of Valentine's Day in Portugal, the power of the sunshine here, and Jason's language adventures.

We talk about the weather in our part of Portugal. Sometimes a 50-degree day can be very uncomfortable, and as crazy as it may sound, a 0-degree day in the Midwest can almost be more comfortable (if you're inside).

Tis the season for illnesses. We also talk about our experiences with the Portuguese health system and compare it to the U.S.

Our journey with burnout continues to evolve. We still are not "cured," but we are in a better headspace now than we were before we moved.

After a 9-month hiatus, we are back! This episode gives an update on what we've been up to. We are back to weekly episodes now, so more to come!