All fun has to end some time
Unfortunately our time here in Angola, a time we have been enjoying immensely, is coming to a close. The boyfriend is being sent back by end of June. We are sad to have to leave, and at the same time […]
Unfortunately our time here in Angola, a time we have been enjoying immensely, is coming to a close. The boyfriend is being sent back by end of June. We are sad to have to leave, and at the same time […]
For over 10 years now we've been girlfriend and boyfriend. Or 'samboer' (cohabitants) as the Norwegians call it. Romantic or not, we are happy. Here in Angola, however, I have become a wife. No we …
Just before Christmas, Luanda empties of most expats, as they travel home to celebrate the festive season with family and friends. As one of the few, we chose to stay in Luanda. Firstly, I could …
Angolans love Christmas! We see it on our compound where the Christmas lights already went up at Halloween; big sparkly stars with Rudolf close by. We see it down-town where father Christmas rides his sledge …
There seems to be an entrepreneurial atmosphere amongst the Angolans, which is great to see. Small shops line most streets in and around Luanda selling their goods or services. There isn't a lot of variety amongst …
Shopping is a time consuming and frustrating activity for many an expat wife. Very traditionally, unfortunately, it is the wife's role to do the shopping. And as the study-at-home spouse, I have received ample education in what …
I can tell you what a wonderful life we live here, and it would be true. We feel very lucky to have the opportunity to experience a new country and its culture. But if I …
One of the nice things of living in the tropics is the exotic fruit that grows here. In the main picture you see young mango growing in our garden! Now, unfortunately there are two things in life that …
The main issue that Angolans have on their mind every-day-of-the-week is avoiding the traffic jam. The traffic turns an otherwise 30 min drive into a three hour stand-still. Angolans working for a large local company leave their …