Just back from Cleveland where a relaxing weekend with dear friends was just what we needed. Besides a Cavaliers vs. Bulls game that took us out into frigid weather (more later), most of our time was spent reminiscing, eating, sleeping in, watching movies, and sorting through wedding photos from both sides.
A really low pressure weekend. Everyone needs more low pressure weekends.
In other news, my article on the “Realities of Finding Love Abroad” can be found in the latest issue (Dec 09/Jan 2010) of Heart and Soul magazine.
Nothing snuffs out the initial excitement of new love quicker than distance and the key is to mentally and emotionally prepare one’s self for the arduous process.
In the piece, I briefly share the stories of a couple Black expats who’ve found love in various countries. Rosalind also shared key nuggets of wisdom and insights as to why some women choose to widen their dating options internationally.
You can check out some of their blogs below:
- Whitney Love’s blog – vakkerkvinne.blogspot.com
- Camille Acey’s blog – wheelville.blogspot.com
- Carolyn Vines’ Blog – www.blackandabroad.com
- Adrianne George, Black Women in Europe – www.blackwomenineurope.com
Great stuff. lolaakinmade.com is my favorite site.
I’m going to keep an eye out for the mag. Looks like a good read. I can relate to finding love abroad. My husband is from India and we met while traveling. Made our worlds twice as big.
@papertrail23 – Thanks Julie! It’s been a huge year for you and next year will be bigger. Make sure you take time to relax too.
@Fly Girl – Hey Roz. Thanks so much for pitching in as my expert as well. Heading over to your blog to catch up on your write-ups.
@Candice – As the year winds down, we all need to decompress, reassess, and realign goals for the next year.
@Ekua – Sounds like there’s a story there. Now you’ve piqued my curiosity 🙂
@Adrianne – Soooo looking forward to seeing you finally!
@Pam – Thanks so much for chiming in and also for bringing in fresh eyes as a minority (Jewish) expat as well, especially in Austria. Lots of history there for sure.
Since I’m a white girl, I’ve mostly shied away from the topic, but I’ve ALWAYS wondered about black women who are expats in Europe where it’s hard to be an outsider of ANY stripe — says the Jewish girl who was an expat in Austria. Don’t be saying I don’t have any idea what that feels like. 🙂
Off to do some reading. Thanks for this!
Thanks for writing thie article Lola and for including my blog. C u next year!
Adrianne
Black Women in Europe
http://blog.blackwomenineurope.com
“the key is to mentally and emotionally prepare one’s self for the arduous process.”
So true, I wish I’d known that earlier 😉
Damn, meant to log in with this address.
Nice! I haven’t seen that magazine around before, but if I do, I’ll be picking it up.
I’m in much need of a low pressure weekend. Sounds lovely.
Ah yes, low pressure weekends. Sounds like a great idea. I’m back from Eleuthera and will be heading out to Door COunty, Wisconsin in 2 days for another press trip. Remind me never to do these during te holidays again. Thanks for the shout out. Will check out the story and share with the friends that I discussed in it!
“Everyone needs more low pressure weekends.”
You’re right about that! Major goal for 2010 is making life low pressure! 🙂
Am adding picking up H&S to my to do list tomorrow! Congrats!