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A Look at Dublin Expat Life After Three Months

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

After living in Dublin for only a month, I had the temerity to post a list of five things I hated about living in Dublin and Ireland.  Two months on, I have three times the perspective I had at that … Continue reading →

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Five Things I Hate About Dublin Ireland

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

After living in Dublin for just a month, I don’t claim to have the full measure of either the city or country. But I am starting to form some solid opinions about things.  Here’s a list of the top five … Continue reading →

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Suddenly Ethnic

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

When we left the United States there were no tears on takeoff, and no sudden feeling of not belonging.  But, during our first few days in Dublin, something wonderful did happen. No, it wasn’t an “Oh my God, it’s full … Continue reading →

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What’s In Your Suitcase?

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

The process of moving overseas causes one to look at every material item in their life and assess its monetary value (“Is the blender really worth $11.30 per cubic foot?”).  But you also find yourself making value judgments about hobbies, … Continue reading →

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The Long Goodbye

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

The past few weeks, as we’ve gotten “serious” about packing, canceling subscriptions, disconnecting utilities, stopping direct deposits/payments, and the minutiae of moving overseas, we’ve been blessed to have friends and family ask to hang out with us one last time. … Continue reading →

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Don’t Go Away Angry….Just Go Away

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

When I tell people that I’m moving to Ireland one of the more frequent responses, regardless of political bent, is some riff on, “God, take me with you. The way things are going in this country, I’m dying to get … Continue reading →

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Five Questions

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Glenn Kaufmann

An Interesting Opportunity Will Come Your Way (Who, What, When, and Where) In December of last year my wife Kalpana accepted a teaching position at University College Dublin (Ireland – Thank the gods not Ohio).  This is a great position … Continue reading →

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