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Two Years Later: Real Life Sets In…But We Still Love Living in Spain
This week marks the official two-year anniversary of our arrival in Spain. It’s been two years since we packed up our lives in the United States and hit reset. It’s hard to believe it has been two whole years, because it still feels like we just arrived yesterday, and yet, I can honestly say that…
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Meltingpot Winners!
Hello Meltingpot Readers, There’s so much Meltingpot news to share! Dragons in a Bag Winners I’m so excited to announce the two winners of my Dragons In a Bag Giveaway. The winners were randomly selected by babygirl and they are: 1)Leah and… 2) Rachel Cassady Plus, because I have two extra copies, we picked two…
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From Passion to Podcast: Highlights from Podcast Movement 2018
Hello Meltingpot Readers, This week has been a whirlwind as I’ve been attending Podcast Movement 2018, a conference all about podcasting (obviously). Why was I attending a podcasting conference, you ask? Because creating a podcast was always part of the plan when I relaunched My American Meltingpot earlier this year, and I need to educate…
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New Year, New Blog…Sort Of
Hello Meltingpot Readers, I’m still here. In the midst of an existential blog crisis. As usual at the beginning of a new year I wonder if anybody is actually still reading My American Meltingpot. I know a few dedicated souls are and I thank you for that. And as usual I always consider shutting this…
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Magazines for the Holidays: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
Hello Meltingpot Readers, It’s that time of the year again when we’re all supposed to focus on the reason for the season: consumerism. Yes, it seems to me that every year Christmas becomes more about gift giving than reflecting on the changing seasons, the birth of Christ (if that’s you’re thing), a celebration of light…
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Time Out for Self-Care
Hello Meltingpot Readers, Please excuse this pause in posts. Ms. Meltingpot had to have minor surgery on Friday and is taking time to recover. She will return next week with tasty treats to tantalize your senses. Peace!
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Music for Melancholy: Ms. Meltingpot Needs a Lift
Hi Meltingpot Readers, It’s late. I’m tired. But it’s Monday, so I have to post something. I promised. But lately, dear readers, my life is getting so full it’s hard for me to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve given up searching for some sort of work/life balance and am just…
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Dispatches from Pakistan Where Women Can Be Jailed for Falling in Love #WomensLives
Hi Meltingpot Readers, So, tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. With three kids ranging in age from three to 13 and not a babysitter in sight, my Valentine’s Day means Taco Night and silly movies that will appeal to a teen and a toddler. Plus we’re making pink sugar cookies. Not exactly the most romantic plans, but…
