My world used to include them at least once every week, attending events, enjoying good food and seeing our names in the bylines the next week, with different interpretations of the same function that we attended. I miss my job and I miss these people (and there's another one out there probably cursing me for putting this picture first before theirs. dont worry becky, you guys are still number 1)Her excellency told me this morning that I should drop by her office to get a copy of a magazine looking for a freelance writer. Ill probably drop by after finishing this bottle and getting my groove back. Anyway, I also need to buy a couple of things.
Damn, I miss writing, really! And I miss my peers. Guess this what you have to give up when you move out of your comfort zone, to find a little more comfort in the arms of the man you love.
Being an expat is difficult and I am only realizing it now. I am no longer in my own country, no longer surrounded by my friends, no longer important except for that one person I came here for. I know a lot of of expats can relate to this feeling.
Tell me then, how did you overcome?
Im sure shopping was not enough....
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I still haven't overcome it to be honest. I still feel really homesick and miss so many things about the place I left. And you're right haha, shopping doesn't cure it (I've definitely tried that!).
I guess the only way to overcome it is once you've been here for a significant amount of time. It's only been 3 months for me so I'm sure it'll take a little longer for me to settle down.
I don't know if you ever totally overcome it. I moved here 8.5 yrs ago from Canada and I still miss home terribly. I guess I have just tried to keep my self as busy as possible to keep my mind from missing home plus I try to go back home for vacation 1-2 times a year (yes that gets pricey). I have my own business here now plus two daughters and my Dutchy husband that keep me firmly planted here and not running for the hills. Everyone told me in the beginning that I will get over the home sickness in no time but I still have it and some days it is worse than others. I think what makes it harder is knowing that I have a great family in Canada and the most amazing friends there who I miss more than anything.
I know where you are coming from and there is no shame in feeling a longing to be with your loved ones back home. Hugs. You are not alone.
For me, it was a lot about saying good-bye before I moved. I had to let go of that place so that I could give this place a little space in my heart and head. I feel very at home here. Most of that has to do with finding my place, getting involved in things, knowing people, establishing relationship. Now that I've known people for a couple of years, I feel more secure here.
I live here for almost 8 years now. I still grow homesick. I guess, it's something that we will never learn to overcome. There will always be that void in our hearts.
I play the piano when I´m homesick... play pieces that connects me with my family and friends back in the Philippines. Maybe you can try writing a book about your life here. It´s what you love to do... it´s your home too. :)
Take care, kababs!
Believe me, everyone is going to tell you that you are not alone, and same do i... you are not alone my dear friend :)
I miss my family and friend, i dont leave a single chance to try convincing them, it will be so fun if they move here ;) I know its not possible, but it makes me feel good thinking what if they are really here... all of my friends....wheeeew :)
I think to overcome that feeling i started blogging, so i can feel more connected with people and may be who knows that one day this is what i will miss, my blogging friends !
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