Our adventure is over in Houston… The moment you receive the news that your dream is finished.... I was out of the world for 2 days when I heard that the contract of my husband came to an end. All my emotions came out; sad, anger, disappointment and much much more. We were just getting settled and now we have to go in the rewind modus…

Do you know the movie ‘The Truman Show’ with Jim Carrey? You see things that are not correct, but you think it’s part of the process, or you starting doubting, perhaps it’s me? Or perhaps you don’t want to see them because you really want to accomplish your dream. Of course there were signs that our adventure would be shorter than foreseen but not that short!

Now, after the shock (yes, it was a big shock for me!)  I can think more realistic and perhaps it’s better like this. America was not our dream destination and the job they offered my husband was totally not according to his contract. For me, I thought that the American market had a lot of potential, but apparently I was wrong. Yes, it’s a large market and despite my international network, it was disappointing...lots and lots of promises but no business.

We always said, one day we will go back to the Netherlands, going back to the country where I grew up, back to my roots. Holland, here we come! But yeah this sounds simpler than it is; my husband doesn’t have a job, our house is rented, sold our car, our stuff is stored at my parents in law… I feel like Jozef and Maria (just I’m not pregnant and the donkey is missing)

Besides, you know as well to find a cosy place, furnished in the Netherlands is a huge challenge! Therefore dear readers; if you know a house/apartment furnished in the Netherlands, thank you very much :-)

Despite all the shit and disappointments I enjoyed my time in the US. I am happy that I have taken the decision: I know that I can go anywhere in the world with my partner, we went through a lot of ups & downs and saw his confidence grow, and also our relationship. I know so many people who only dream about moving abroad, at least we done it, and I am proud of it. It made me stronger, gave me more confidence and learned about the American culture.

And all heartwarming reactions of our friends and family that we are coming back, is really touching me.

If another challenge abroad comes along our way, we will definitely go into the other direction, perhaps Asia. But for now… first things first… a cosy place for Jozef & Maria.

See you soon in Holland!