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Two years and change

December 30, 2016 By Wendy Willard · 2 Comments ·

my 12 steps to processing loss

It’s been two years since I landed in Atlanta with a few bags and a dog. (My husband and the girls followed a few hours later.) We borrowed a car and moved into a furnished apartment that was graciously provided rent-free by a wonderful church. Our first few days were such a whirlwind, only a few key […]

Filed Under: + Endless Grace · Tagged With: ex-pat, expat, missionary, re-entry

Decisions, Decisions

June 12, 2015 By Wendy Willard · Leave a Comment ·

Previously, I wrote about some of the issues I’ve encountered in moving back to the U.S. after a few years spent living abroad. I suggested that any time spent living outside one’s home culture can result in a case of post traumatic stress disorder. One of the symptoms I’ve noticed is a difficulty making decisions.  […]

Filed Under: + Not of This World, + Tips for U.S. Families Abroad, Faith & Culture · Tagged With: ex-pat, missionary, re-entry

Coming Home

May 4, 2015 By Wendy Willard · Leave a Comment ·

Matthew 11:28 (Photo courtesy of Robb North)

A little more than four months ago we boarded our last flight out of Managua as residents. We were supposedly “coming home” even though we had come to call home someplace totally different. At first, all I could think was how much transitions suck. But this is where I’m from, so why is it so […]

Filed Under: + Not of This World, + Tips for U.S. Families Abroad, Faith & Culture · Tagged With: ex-pat, missionary, re-entry, transitions

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