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People ask me all the time, why we chose Dominican

People ask me all the time, why we chose Dominican Republic. At the time we moved there were very few countries allowing Americans in. DR had a low threshold for entry, which meant we could arrive without any additional paperwork.
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We consider ourselves soooo lucky that DR happened to show up on a suggested YouTube video. It was the perfect place at the perfect time for our family.
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Have you ever picked a country and moved in less than 2 months?
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I love learning from other travel families about what's possible.
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#nomadfamily #nomad #travelwithkids #kidswhotravel #dominicanrepublic #slowmad #travellife

If you could have a celebrity playdate for your ki

If you could have a celebrity playdate for your kids, who would you choose and why?
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@nomadcharleigh would pick @aj_mclean kids. @nomadjefri wants to hang with @zendaya.
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For now, they have each other, waves, and sand.
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#celebritykids #motherhood #parenting #travelwithkids #kidswhotravel #friendsforlife #playdate

Today, as we celebrate Father's Day, I want to tak

Today, as we celebrate Father's Day, I want to take a moment to express my deepest admiration for two extraordinary men in my life - my husband Bret and my dad, Gary.
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Bret, your spontaneous spirit has infused our life with beautiful surprises and countless joy. You've always said 'yes' to life and through our adventures around the world, you've taught our children that the world is waiting to be explored. Your pursuit of balance over work is not just a choice, it's a testament to your dedication to us. You've shown our children that love is an action, not just a word. You've shown them what it truly means to live, and for that, we are forever grateful.
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To my father, Gary, the man who sacrificed everything for his family's dreams. The bravery you showed in starting a business and moving us to Seattle is an act of selflessness I'll never forget. You've shaped our lives in a way no one else could have. Your love is the compass that has guided me throughout my life.
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On this day, we celebrate the strength, courage, love, and resilience of fathers. I celebrate my wonderful husband and my amazing father. Thank you for everything you do and everything you are. Happy Father's Day.

✔️ 5th Grade Graduation Our little translator

✔️ 5th Grade Graduation

Our little translator, writer, and gamer, your strength and creativity shine through in every challenge you face. Congratulations on embracing each new adventure with an open mind and heart. You've added the vibrant notes of Tokyo to your song. Keep singing at the top of your lungs in this symphony of life.

Love, Mom & Dad

We have just crossed the 2 year mark since my brot

We have just crossed the 2 year mark since my brother passed away.
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It still doesn't feel real.
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My mom made his favorite dinner. We had a pikachu ice cream cake.
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There were lots of tears.
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Every day I think of how much my brother would have loved Tokyo if only we could have gotten here before the tragedy.
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I imagine what his job would have been and how he would be cheering for the girls at every performance.
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My brother is deeply missed every single day.

Screen time has really exploded from a novelty int

Screen time has really exploded from a novelty into a full-on life ruining pastime.
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So much emphasis gets put on limiting screen time for children. Meanwhile the length of time adults spend on their phone has skyrocketed.
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When kids look to their parents for approval or acknowledgment, they are looking at the tops of your head. If your kid comes in for a snuggle they feel your phone press against their back.
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Your employer doesn’t get the best version of you because of digital distraction. And even worse, your partner doesn’t get the best version of you as you scroll on your phone instead of connecting with them.
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Digital decluttering and digital minimalism are long overdue for most adults.
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Can you say with a straight face that scrolling 64.5 days per year gave you more value than quality time with people you love?
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Motivation inspiration to change.
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#timemanagement #reclaimyourlife #reclaimyourtime #digitaldetox #digitalminimalism #iphonehacks #iphonetricks #rabbithole #timeforchange #wasteoftime #reachyourpotential #reachyourgoals

We notice such a dramatic difference in behavior d

We notice such a dramatic difference in behavior during eras where the kids are too busy to be on screens.
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For us, too busy is more about playing than rigorous academic work. At the end of the day they used to be so worn out that screens didn't even cross their minds.
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Knowing how long the average adult wastes on screens is bad enough. Our kids don't have to fall into the same online time sucks that we did.
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If you want to know more about screen time and kids, head to my blog where I talk at length about reducing dependence on technology.
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#marchmessytominimalist #minimalism #minimalist #declutteryourlife #minimalisthome #minimalismwithkids #simplifyyourlife #simplelife #dowhatyouwant #screentimealternatives #screentimelimits #screentime #unplugging #unplugged #techfree #lessismore #kidsplaying

This wild child has just finished her 9th birthday

This wild child has just finished her 9th birthday here in Tokyo. My little ball of empathy and love has been through such a roller coaster life.
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She was only 5 when the world shut down. Now she's visited, long term stayed, and even lived in 13 countries.
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Charleigh is our comic relief in awkward situations. She bursts into random dance parties and uses randomly sprinkled advanced vocabulary.
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Daddy and I knew you were the missing piece to our family puzzle the moment we met you. Happy birthday Charleigh!

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